



Read the title and the subtitle and look at the maps. The bulldozers used to dig up the earth are called “earth movers.” The earth has been dug up, and there is a pipe in the hole that’s been created. What name is given to bulldozers that are used to dig holes for oil pipelines? In the photo, we see several bulldozers. Describe in detail what you see in the photo. Look at the photo on page 26 and read its caption.Students may guess that the oil pipeline may pollute the water, and that this would pose a health risk to Native Americans. Answers to the second question will vary. What do you think it means to “stand up for clean water”? How do you think clean water, an oil pipeline, and Native American rights are related? To stand up for clean water must mean trying to protect water from becoming polluted. Read the title and subtitle of the first text.Preview the text features by asking the following question What do you think might be a problem with moving oil? If oil spills, it can pollute the environment, causing damage to the surrounding land and water, and hurting animals badly.How do we move oil from one place to another? Oil can be carried across distances by trains, trucks, or ships, as well as through pipelines.What is oil used for? Oil is a fuel used for heat and electricity.Our “ Teaching Strategies” handout will prepare you to answer students’ questions and facilitate meaningful and culturally sensitive discussions.ĭiscuss oil using the following questions: Because knowledge of Native American cultures varies widely, discussing Native American stories can be challenging.
