Following lessons on the French and Indian War and the American Revolutionary War, Mrs. Lockwood's 8th-grade US History class at Trafford Middle School welcomed back to Trafford Middle School a local Native American, Todd "Ghost in Head" Johnson. Ghost's visit was coordinated by Lockwood, substitute teacher Levi Baum and student teacher Laura Horn.
The students were extremely attentive and engaged as they listened to Ghost share details about the attire, traditions, and customs of the Huron tribe. They were equally excited to touch and try on the many artifacts that Ghost brought along with him.
Students were able to appreciate cultural differences as they listened to Ghost share Native American uses for many things in nature as well as the ways in which his tribe was able to survive and thrive in its environment.
“Many students came back during study halls in order to do more exploration of the artifacts and to ask Ghost questions,” said Mrs. Lockwood. “They were especially excited to try on the bearskin that he brought with him.”
As an added bonus, some seventh graders had a chance to get a sneak peek during class time once they finished the day’s work, and they were equally enthralled with the visit.
Todd “Ghost” Johnson demonstrates creating fire with flint as students look on in awe
Students were attentive as Ghost described the customs of his tribe
Eighth grader, Ben Owens, models the bear skin Ghost shared during his presentation
Seventh-grader Shane Lekovitch tries on an animal skin headdress during his study hall
Seventh-graders Morgan Hunter, Mia Mastro, Gianna Armao, and Caroline Lhota examine the artifacts during their study hall period