There are virtually no social studies materials on Alaska Native cultures available throughout the state which are prepared in a suitable form for elementary level students. Federally funded programs emphasizing Native culture fall into 2 general categories: (1) arts and crafts programs and (2) high school culture-history courses. However, a…

As interest in Alaska studies increases, a number of Alaska school districts have begun to develop materials specific to the cultures of their students. Designed specifically for Alaska districts, this curriculum development guide addresses the content and format of multicultural curriculum and the process of incorporation into a district's…