Post by blackcrowheart on Nov 12, 2005 20:10:46 GMT -5
American Indian Heritage Month-November
November is here and with it comes the American Indian Heritage
Celebration. There are always questions from individuals from all over
that
are seeking ideas on what they can do to celebrate the American Indian
Heritage.
Listed below are activities that are targeted for schools; however,
some
of the ideas can be used by agencies and may even jump-start your
creativity in coming up with other ways to commemorate this month.
Enjoy!
American Indian Suggested Observance Activities
Following are suggested activities to be adopted to suit the needs,
ages
and abilities of the learners. Learning experiences are not to be
limited to these activities, rather, allow for brainstorming. Help the
learners to find appropriate activities that will facilitate
understanding the past and present contributions that Indian people
have
made to the United States.
Promote and support programs, assemblies, field trips and functions in
the school and community in honor of the day.
Write short biographical sketches of American Indians and place them in
a class "book".
Encourage the reading of poems, stories and essays by Indian writers.
Compile a list of the differences and/or similarities of customs,
values
and beliefs between the American Indians and other ethnic groups.
Collect pictures and drawings of Indians for a bulletin board.
Identify
and discuss stereotypes as depicted in the selections.
Have students write and produce a play describing important Indian
contributions to the world, stressing the role played by the Indians.
Research and identify the foods domesticated by American Indians and
plan a menu using these items. If possible, prepare several selections
and sample them.
Prior to going on a field trip to an important Indian site or museum,
prepare a list of questions to ask and itemize things to look for on
the
field trip.
Design, on a large piece of paper, a postage stamp to commemorate
American Indian Heritage Month.
Design a contemporary garment or fashion item for a style show using an
Indian Motif.
Make a poster commemorating American Indian Heritage Month. Use five
Indian symbols and/or Indian words.
Debate the pros and cons of having an Indian Awareness Month.
Develop a poster or drawing that could be used on a billboard placed at
the state boundaries proclaiming American Indian Heritage Month,
stressing the
contributions made to the state by its Indians.
Create an Indian game and play it.
Create a radio broadcast commemorating American Indian Heritage Month.
Example: (REZZ Radio, produced by the students of the Hannahville
school. It is broadcast on WMXG out of Escanaba on 106.3. I know not
everyone can get this station but if you can, tune in Sat mornings at
9:30 eastern.)
Develop questions and information regarding American Indians on slips
of
paper and place the items in a box. Use a spell-down format for
reviewing the information.
On a large piece of newsprint using clay, pipe cleaners, crayons,
rubber
bands, construction paper, tape and crepe paper streamers, design a
modern art representation celebrating American Indian Heritage Month.
Design a piece of jewelry that incorporates symbols and materials of a
particular tribe in your area or state.
November is here and with it comes the American Indian Heritage
Celebration. There are always questions from individuals from all over
that
are seeking ideas on what they can do to celebrate the American Indian
Heritage.
Listed below are activities that are targeted for schools; however,
some
of the ideas can be used by agencies and may even jump-start your
creativity in coming up with other ways to commemorate this month.
Enjoy!
American Indian Suggested Observance Activities
Following are suggested activities to be adopted to suit the needs,
ages
and abilities of the learners. Learning experiences are not to be
limited to these activities, rather, allow for brainstorming. Help the
learners to find appropriate activities that will facilitate
understanding the past and present contributions that Indian people
have
made to the United States.
Promote and support programs, assemblies, field trips and functions in
the school and community in honor of the day.
Write short biographical sketches of American Indians and place them in
a class "book".
Encourage the reading of poems, stories and essays by Indian writers.
Compile a list of the differences and/or similarities of customs,
values
and beliefs between the American Indians and other ethnic groups.
Collect pictures and drawings of Indians for a bulletin board.
Identify
and discuss stereotypes as depicted in the selections.
Have students write and produce a play describing important Indian
contributions to the world, stressing the role played by the Indians.
Research and identify the foods domesticated by American Indians and
plan a menu using these items. If possible, prepare several selections
and sample them.
Prior to going on a field trip to an important Indian site or museum,
prepare a list of questions to ask and itemize things to look for on
the
field trip.
Design, on a large piece of paper, a postage stamp to commemorate
American Indian Heritage Month.
Design a contemporary garment or fashion item for a style show using an
Indian Motif.
Make a poster commemorating American Indian Heritage Month. Use five
Indian symbols and/or Indian words.
Debate the pros and cons of having an Indian Awareness Month.
Develop a poster or drawing that could be used on a billboard placed at
the state boundaries proclaiming American Indian Heritage Month,
stressing the
contributions made to the state by its Indians.
Create an Indian game and play it.
Create a radio broadcast commemorating American Indian Heritage Month.
Example: (REZZ Radio, produced by the students of the Hannahville
school. It is broadcast on WMXG out of Escanaba on 106.3. I know not
everyone can get this station but if you can, tune in Sat mornings at
9:30 eastern.)
Develop questions and information regarding American Indians on slips
of
paper and place the items in a box. Use a spell-down format for
reviewing the information.
On a large piece of newsprint using clay, pipe cleaners, crayons,
rubber
bands, construction paper, tape and crepe paper streamers, design a
modern art representation celebrating American Indian Heritage Month.
Design a piece of jewelry that incorporates symbols and materials of a
particular tribe in your area or state.