Even if your school or community group can’t make it to Nowashe Village in person for a field trip or group visit, you can still experience the village and learn about local Native Peoples at home or in the classroom! These virtual field trips are fully customizable and provide as close to an in-person experience as possible.
What is a virtual field trip?
Our virtual field trips are a combination of videos, featuring Native Americans and other experts, and complementing teaching aids. Thanks to several awarded grants, we were able to film on a professional sound stage with real video producers.
How do I get the content?
Our Virtual Field Trips are hosted on Podia.com, which is very easy to use. All videos are hosted and streamed directly from the Podia website. Once your email(s) are added as users, you’ll simply create a password to log-in.
Are they just videos?
No. First, we kept most of the videos short to better facilitate learning and discussion. Each learning module is a complete lesson plan, offering discussion or writing prompts, activities, and more in between the videos.
How do I utilize the teaching aids?
All of the teaching aids, with the exception of discussion or writing prompts, are available for download in PDF form so that you can share, email, post or print. Please note that they are all owned by The Watershed History Collective, and therefore should not be distributed beyond the classroom setting for the period of purchase.
How long will I have access to the module(s) we purchased?
As long as you need to complete your unit – generally 4-12 weeks.
Do your programs discuss or cover geographic areas outside of Connecticut?
Yes! Our content features Native American educators from more than three states, providing a rich look at Indigenous Lifeways throughout southern New England. Many of the maps, Place-Names and other materials cover areas outside of Connecticut.
Do your programs align with my state’s social studies standards?
Within our Online Learning Marketplace, we have provided a look at how each module aligns with the state standards in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island across several grade levels. Many of our modules may aid with badge requirements for scout groups as well!
Is there a glossary of terms that could help aid in the understanding of these programs?
Yes! Some modules include a specific glossary list, but we also host an ever-expanding Village Vocabulary” glossary. Want to suggest a word? Simply click “Submit an Entry.”
Can I see an example?
Yes. An Introduction to Native American Storytelling is available for a free preview. This seven minute video explains why Native Peoples used storytelling, what types of stories they told and how they may have changed over time.
Do I have to purchase all of the modules or can I pick and choose?
Choose as few or as many as you’d like. We can certainly help you decide which content will work best for your needs or help customize a module for you.
Modules At a Glance
| Module | Featured Educator(s) | Total Run Time (Minutes) | Glossary Included | Discussion or Writing Prompts Included | Activities Included | Craft Add-On Available |
| Native American Storytelling | Annawon Weeden, Judith Dreyer, Allen Hazard | 49 | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| The Native Kitchen | Chef Sherry Pocknett, Judith Dreyer, Jim Dina | 28 | Yes | Yes | ||
| A Place Called Home | Jim Dina | 19 | Yes | Yes | ||
| Time Machine | Bonnie Plourde | 26 | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Stone Tools | Jim Dina | 50 | Yes | Yes | ||
| Nature Walk Through Nowashe | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||
| Beliefs, Misconceptions and Cultural Practices | Annawon Weeden, Judith Dreyer, Allen Hazard | 23 | Yes | |||
| Culture Continuation | Allen Hazard | 15 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Visit our Online Learning Marketplace for more details or contact our Education Director.
Our online learning content is made possible by:
