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~ American Indian Heritage Month Resources – October 2006 ~
Sources Available from RESA’s Instructional Media and Technology Services Library:
For additional information on these resources, please call (734)334-1439.
OR check our online catalog at: http://161.57.201.6/search~S4
Djerassi, D.; Boudart, B. (2004). Oil On Ice. Oley, PA: Bullfrog Films. One 90 minute DVD.
A documentary connecting the fate of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to decisions America makes about energy policy, transportation choices, and other seemingly unrelated matters. Caught in the balance are the culture and livelihood of the Gwich'in people and the migratory wildlife in this fragile ecosystem. Discusses the conflict between the oil industry and environmentalists over the future of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Appropriate for grades 9-12. (Duplication Collection HD9567.A4.O38).
Goodwin, N. (1988). Geronimo and the Apache Resistance. Alexandria, VA: PBS Video. One 58 minute videocassette. Using archival photos and interviews with descendants of the Chiricahua Apaches, the program highlights the clash between Indian and white cultures and portrays the effects on an Indian society faced with the loss of its land and traditions. Appropriate for middle and high school students. (Duplication Collection: E99.A6.G35).
Johnson, J. (2002). Great Native American Nations Series. Chicago, IL: New Dimension Media. Titles in this series include: Cheyenne, Lakota Sioux, Navajo, Seminoles, and Shawnee. Each DVD is 10 minutes, and is appropriate for grades 3 – 8. (Duplication Collection call numbers vary).
Warriner, G. (1996). More Than Bows and Arrows. Eugene, OR: New Dimension Media, Inc. This educational version documents the many and varied contributions that Native Americans have made to the development of North America. Hosted by Pulitzer Prize winner Scott Momaday, the program provides a panoramic overview and celebration of Native cultural worth. Appropriate for grades 5 through Adult. (Duplication Collection: E98.S7.M6).
Web Resources:
Education World – Activities to Celebrate Native American Heritage
(Online). Available: http://www.education-world.com/a_lesson/lesson209.shtml
Find activities and resources organized by grade level to celebrate Native American Heritage.
Infoplease – American Indian Heritage Month
(Online). Available: http://www.infoplease.com/spot/aihm1.html
This site has links to Notable American Indians, American Indian Quotes, Glossary of American Indian Terms, Place Names, and more.
Internet Public Library – Native American Authors
(Online). Available: http://www.ipl.org/div/natam/
This web site provides information on Native North American authors with bibliographies of their published works, biographical information, and links to online resources.
Library of Congress – The Learning Page: Edward S. Curtis’ The North American Indian
(Online). Available: http://lcweb2.loc.gov/ammem/ndlpedu/collections/curtis/
This interactive web site presents information on U.S. history, critical thinking and arts and humanities paired with photographs and other primary source documents.
National Park Service – Explore National American Indian Heritage Month
(Online). Available: http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/feature/indian/
Explore links to lessons for specific American Indian tribes that include information for teaching with historic places listed in the U.S. National Register.
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