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The Jacwingowie were a Baltic tribe that inhabited the north-eastern region of present-day Poland, known as Masuria, during the early Middle Ages. Emerging from the broader Old Prussian ethnic group, they lived in a historical context shaped by the dynamic interactions between various Baltic tribes, Scandinavian Vikings, and the expansion of the Teutonic Knights. In this scene students can explore a settlement and learn about how the Jacwingowie lived and survived!
# Lesson Objectives
1: Describe who the Jacwingowie were and how they lived.{.info}
2: Explain the challenges the Jacwingowie faced.{.info}
3: Explain why the Jacwingowie are important and discuss their impact on history.{.info}
# Who were the Jacwingowie and how did the live?{.objective .objective1}
The Jacwingowie lived in a region characterized by diverse landscapes, including forests, lakes, and marshes, which provided them with abundant natural resources. They relied on a combination of hunting, fishing, agriculture, and animal husbandry for sustenance.
Students can explore the scene and discover different types of equipment were used for fishing and items that were used to store food.
# What challenges did the Jacwingowie face?{.objective .objective2}
The Jacwingowie faced several challenges in their daily lives, influenced by their geographical location and the historical context of the time. These include: warfare and conflicts; security and defence and resource management.
Students can explore the scene and try to identify ways the Jacwingowie traded to help resource management
# Why are the Jacwingowie important and what was their impact on history?{.objective .objective3}
The Jacwingowie hold significance for Polish people due to their historical presence in north-eastern Poland and their role in shaping the region's cultural and historical landscape through maritime tradition.
Students can examine the Jacwingowies impact and consider the importance on maritime traditions.
# Teacher Resources
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