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Louisiana Studies, 8th Grade Social Studies

Strand: History (Time, Continuity, and Change)

Students develop a sense of historical time and historical perspective as they study the history of their community, state, nation, and world.

D. Louisiana History

Benchmark: H-1D-M1 describing the contributions of people, events, movements, and ideas that have been significant in the history of Louisiana; (1, 3, 4)

GLE 75. Describe the contributions of ethnic groups significant in Louisiana history (H-1D-M1)

Helpful links:

The miniseries Louisiana: A History by LPB, the state affiliate of PBS.

 

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Resources for Teachers

 

GLE #75 Worksheet

 

Crossword Puzzles

 

See also Louisiana's Ethnic Groups

Groups that contributed to Louisiana's unique culture include: Native Americans, African-Americans, Acadians, Cajuns, French, Spanish, Anglo-Americans, Latinos/Hispanics, Hungarians, Germans, Jews, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Isleņos

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