Below is a curated selection of resources designed to support the incorporation of American Indian Studies (Wisconsin Act 31) into classroom instruction across all content and subject areas. The bibliographies provide materials organized by foundational resources for all grades school levels, as well as research-based references for deeper study.
Please note that the most recent and updated resources can be found on the following Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) - American Indian Studies Program webpages: Articles, Journals, Reports, and Research | Publications | Teaching and Learning | Lesson Planning Resources | Maps.
*The inclusion of any materials or resources in the list below does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the DPI American Indian Studies Program. Educators are encouraged to review all materials and use their professional judgment to determine appropriateness based on grade level and class readiness. These bibliographies, originally created in 2006, are maintained on this website for archival purposes only.
Table of Contents
Selected Bibliography of American Indian Studies Materials for Teachers and Classroom Use
I. Background Readings (General Reference) (3 sections)
II. Instructional Methods and Practices (3 sections)
III. Classroom Resources (3 sections)
Selected Bibliography of American Indian Studies Resources for Students in Grades K-6
I. Introductory Resources (4 sections)
II. Selected Resources by Nation (6 sections)
III. Bibliography by Topic (10 sections)
Selected Bibliography of American Indian Studies Resources for Students in Grades 7-12
I. Introductory Resources (4 sections)
II. Selected Resources by Nation (6 sections)
III. Bibliography by Topic (12 sections)
Research Bibliography for American Indian Studies
I. Introductory Resources (6 sections)
II. Selected Resources by Nation (6 sections)
III. Bibliography by Topic (20 sections)