Native American Traditions & Culture
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Historians have studied and learned about different Native American groups, how they lived and survived in different areas across what is now the United States. Each group had different homes, food, and traditions that made them unique.
Native American Homes
Watch the video. Then click the pink link to respond to the discussion question on Padlet!
Click here for video transcript
Food Sources
Different Native American tribes relied on different foods based on the resources in their area. Geography and climate had a huge impact on what each group ate!
Southwest
Great Plains
Inuit
The Pueblo people lived in the Southwest where the climate was hot and dry. They relied on agriculture, or farming for food. Corn was one of their main food sources. They used a special farming method called the "Three Sisters" method for growing corn and other crops at the same time.
Native Americans in the Great Plains relied on bison as an essential part of their diet. Men were in charge of hunting and women were in charge of butchering the animal, preparing food, and storing food. Bison fur and bones were also used as tools and clothing.
The Inuit lived in the Pacific Northwest in very cold climates. The ground was often too frozen for farming, so this group relied on fish and other sea creatures for food. The Inuit would use canoes and harpoons for fishing.
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Religion & Culture
Many groups had traditions and beliefs that were an important part of their culture.
Woodlands
Woodlands
Woodlands
Some groups in the Woodlands wore a special hairstyle called a Mohawk. This hairstyle symbolized the wearer's warrior spirit and was often used to frighten away enemies.
Native American groups in the Woodlands would host a celebration called the Green Corn Ceremony. This event celebrated a good harvest. People would dance, share prayers, and hold feasts!
Native American groups in the Woodlands created the game of lacrosse. This game taught strength and other techniques to young warriors.
Inuit
Southwest
Southwest
The Inuit people created Totem Poles to represent important family members, honor leaders, and show unity between groups. Totem Poles were also used during funeral ceremonies and to represent a family crest.
Certain groups in the Southwest, such as the Pueblo are known for their pottery. This handmade art is known for thin-line designs and nature symbolism.
Many groups in the Southwest, like the Hopi follow Animism, the belief that plants, animals, and natural forces all have spirits. To teach children these beliefs, they are gifted a Kachina doll to represent an ancestor and spirit of nature.
Inuit Traditions: Totem Poles
Watch this video to learn more about the different types of Totem Poles.
Watch this video to hear about the art of creating Totem Poles
Click here for video transcript
Click here for video transcript
Southwest Traditions: Kachina Dolls & Pottery
Watch this video to see the process of making a Kachina Doll
Watch this video to learn more about Pueblo pottery
Click here for video transcript
Click here for video transcript
Match the Style of Home with the Correct Group
Match the Food Source with the Correct Group
Tradition Selection
Tradition Selection
Tradition Selection
Share What You've Learned!
1. Create a Seesaw video to answer the following questions.- What are 2 traditions or ways of life that stood out to you from this module?
- Why did they stand out?
2. Comment on at least 2 videos shared by your classmates!
Click the pink link to go to our class Seesaw! Post your video to the Seesaw class journal.
Great work! You have learned about the unique ways of life and traditions of several Native American groups!
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Native American Traditions & Culture
Start >
How to Navigate this Module
The link icon means there is something interactive on the slide
Click the arrows to move through the slides
If you have a question or need help during the module, email your teacher. Click this button to open Gmail.
Click this icon to hear text on the slide read out loud
Objective:
After completing this course, you will be able to identify the traditions and ways of life of various Native American groups.
NEXT >
Historians have studied and learned about different Native American groups, how they lived and survived in different areas across what is now the United States. Each group had different homes, food, and traditions that made them unique.
Native American Homes
Watch the video. Then click the pink link to respond to the discussion question on Padlet!
Click here for video transcript
Food Sources
Different Native American tribes relied on different foods based on the resources in their area. Geography and climate had a huge impact on what each group ate!
Southwest
Great Plains
Inuit
The Pueblo people lived in the Southwest where the climate was hot and dry. They relied on agriculture, or farming for food. Corn was one of their main food sources. They used a special farming method called the "Three Sisters" method for growing corn and other crops at the same time.
Native Americans in the Great Plains relied on bison as an essential part of their diet. Men were in charge of hunting and women were in charge of butchering the animal, preparing food, and storing food. Bison fur and bones were also used as tools and clothing.
The Inuit lived in the Pacific Northwest in very cold climates. The ground was often too frozen for farming, so this group relied on fish and other sea creatures for food. The Inuit would use canoes and harpoons for fishing.
Check what you know!
Take the quick quiz to check your understanding so far!
START QUIZ
Quiz
Quiz
Quiz
Quiz
Quiz
Quiz
Religion & Culture
Many groups had traditions and beliefs that were an important part of their culture.
Woodlands
Woodlands
Woodlands
Some groups in the Woodlands wore a special hairstyle called a Mohawk. This hairstyle symbolized the wearer's warrior spirit and was often used to frighten away enemies.
Native American groups in the Woodlands would host a celebration called the Green Corn Ceremony. This event celebrated a good harvest. People would dance, share prayers, and hold feasts!
Native American groups in the Woodlands created the game of lacrosse. This game taught strength and other techniques to young warriors.
Inuit
Southwest
Southwest
The Inuit people created Totem Poles to represent important family members, honor leaders, and show unity between groups. Totem Poles were also used during funeral ceremonies and to represent a family crest.
Certain groups in the Southwest, such as the Pueblo are known for their pottery. This handmade art is known for thin-line designs and nature symbolism.
Many groups in the Southwest, like the Hopi follow Animism, the belief that plants, animals, and natural forces all have spirits. To teach children these beliefs, they are gifted a Kachina doll to represent an ancestor and spirit of nature.
Inuit Traditions: Totem Poles
Watch this video to learn more about the different types of Totem Poles.
Watch this video to hear about the art of creating Totem Poles
Click here for video transcript
Click here for video transcript
Southwest Traditions: Kachina Dolls & Pottery
Watch this video to see the process of making a Kachina Doll
Watch this video to learn more about Pueblo pottery
Click here for video transcript
Click here for video transcript
Match the Style of Home with the Correct Group
Match the Food Source with the Correct Group
Tradition Selection
Tradition Selection
Tradition Selection
Share What You've Learned!
1. Create a Seesaw video to answer the following questions.
- What are 2 traditions or ways of life that stood out to you from this module?
- Why did they stand out?
2. Comment on at least 2 videos shared by your classmates!Click the pink link to go to our class Seesaw! Post your video to the Seesaw class journal.
Great work! You have learned about the unique ways of life and traditions of several Native American groups!
HOME