The following information may be useful to those who are anticipating a visit from Spirit of the Eagle Presentations. This is not a complete list of topics to be discussed at each program but merely a guideline for instructors to prepare students for the presentation. The following curriculum guide(pdf format) can be downloaded and Printed or individual items can be enlarged for better viewing. To print items, select item to see enlarged view. Save file to computer then Print items at your convenience. Vocabulary terms Nomad, ancestors, renewable resource, tipi, bison/buffalo, Sioux, Plains, migrate (migration) Modern life, Reservations, Pemmican Animals It is possible these animals will be discussed. Depending on the age of the students you may wish to show pictures and discuss these animals. buffalo/bison, wolf, coyote, fox, deer, bear, elk, Opossum,porcupine, rabbit, Hawk, Eagle, raccoon, chipmunk Every part of the buffalo was used in order to survive. There was no wasting of the animal. Shown below is a list of each part and examples of how it was used. Also included are some facts about the American Bison and photos. |
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There are many different regions of the United States. The tribes of people who lived on
the Plains were buffalo hunters whose very existence was dependant on the animals.
Many different tribes inhabited this region, as demonstrated by the below maps. Many
similarities and differences can be seen when comparing these peoples.
the Plains were buffalo hunters whose very existence was dependant on the animals.
Many different tribes inhabited this region, as demonstrated by the below maps. Many
similarities and differences can be seen when comparing these peoples.
Tipis were one type of dwelling used by people on the plains. Although they appear similar tribal
differences were possible, such as size and method of construction.
differences were possible, such as size and method of construction.
Discussion Questions The following are some questions for use either before or after the presentation.
Why was it important for the Plains tribes to respect the buffalo?
Why was it important for the Plains tribes to move from place to Place?
Explain the Similarities and differences in education to modern schooling.
What methods did the Sioux use to hunt the buffalo?
What did the Sioux (Lakota) do for enjoyment?
What happened if someone got sick?
What was the bravest thing a Sioux man could do?
What four qualities were most important to the Lakota?
What types of tools were used by men and women?
What qualities were important in choosing a leader?
How was leadership different for the Sioux than modern times?
Research idea
Allow students to discuss/research their personal ancestry. Discuss their ancestors clothing styles,
homes, gender roles. Mapping skills can be brought in on project as children locate where they are
from. Compare and contrast it with how life was lived by the Plains cultures.
Why was it important for the Plains tribes to respect the buffalo?
Why was it important for the Plains tribes to move from place to Place?
Explain the Similarities and differences in education to modern schooling.
What methods did the Sioux use to hunt the buffalo?
What did the Sioux (Lakota) do for enjoyment?
What happened if someone got sick?
What was the bravest thing a Sioux man could do?
What four qualities were most important to the Lakota?
What types of tools were used by men and women?
What qualities were important in choosing a leader?
How was leadership different for the Sioux than modern times?
Research idea
Allow students to discuss/research their personal ancestry. Discuss their ancestors clothing styles,
homes, gender roles. Mapping skills can be brought in on project as children locate where they are
from. Compare and contrast it with how life was lived by the Plains cultures.
Suggested Reading Adult related topics are listed in white. All other information is designed for
children.
Belitz, Larry The Buffalo Hide Tipi of the Sioux, Pine Hill Press, Sioux Falls, SD 2006.
Bruchac, Joseph. Code Talker, Scholastic, New York 2005.
Bruchac, Joseph. Native American Animal Stories, Fulcrum Publishing, Golden, Colorado 1992.
Freedman, Russell. Indian Chiefs, Scholastic Inc. New York, 1991.
Goble, Paul. Tipi Home of the Nomadic Buffalo Hunters , World Wisdom Inc. 2007.
Goble, Paul, Dream Wolf, Bradbury Press, New York, 1990.
Goble, Paul, Buffalo Woman, Macmillan Publishing Company, New York, 1984.
Mails, Thomas E. The Mystic Warriors of the Plains, Marlowe & Company, New York 1995.
McGovern, Ann. If you lived with the Sioux Indians, Scholastic Inc.
Osborne, Mary Pope. Buffalo Before Breakfast, Magic Tree House #18, Random House, New York, 1999
Video
Native Americans People of the Plains, Rainbow Educational Media, Discovery Education Florence, KY.
children.
Belitz, Larry The Buffalo Hide Tipi of the Sioux, Pine Hill Press, Sioux Falls, SD 2006.
Bruchac, Joseph. Code Talker, Scholastic, New York 2005.
Bruchac, Joseph. Native American Animal Stories, Fulcrum Publishing, Golden, Colorado 1992.
Freedman, Russell. Indian Chiefs, Scholastic Inc. New York, 1991.
Goble, Paul. Tipi Home of the Nomadic Buffalo Hunters , World Wisdom Inc. 2007.
Goble, Paul, Dream Wolf, Bradbury Press, New York, 1990.
Goble, Paul, Buffalo Woman, Macmillan Publishing Company, New York, 1984.
Mails, Thomas E. The Mystic Warriors of the Plains, Marlowe & Company, New York 1995.
McGovern, Ann. If you lived with the Sioux Indians, Scholastic Inc.
Osborne, Mary Pope. Buffalo Before Breakfast, Magic Tree House #18, Random House, New York, 1999
Video
Native Americans People of the Plains, Rainbow Educational Media, Discovery Education Florence, KY.
Web Links for further Study
American Museum of Natural History Collections Database Very cool pictures! Great for
researching artifacts.
Native American resource for Dancing, music and more Powwows.com
Lakota Creation Story
Native American Lore Index site. Lots of Good Stories to read
Learn how to do traditional porcupine quill work at NativeTech
The Saskatchewan First Nations Heritage Site is designed to serve as a resource for
compiling and sharing information related to the language, culture, arts, history, and
current affairs of the Dene, Woodland Cree, Swampy Cree, Plains Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota,
Nakota, and Lakota.
Buffalo parts for sale and Authentic artwork created from the animal.
Lakhota Sioux Heritage, Culture and Language site
Lakota books, tapes, and much more
See a list of the many traditional Uses for Buffalo by the Plains people
More Lakota Language with some samples too.
Information about Winter Counts which was a method of keeping track of historical events.
Lakota Electronic texts with information about Games played in the past.
Canku Ota (Many Paths) An Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America-containing
many different stories, articles, craft projects and more.
Lodge of Sunkmanitu Tanka An Informational site containing Lakota Language, Culture
and Much more.
Reese tipis web site. One Company available to purchase tipis. This site has some nice pictures.
Tipi Information on Linda Holleys site.
American Museum of Natural History Collections Database Very cool pictures! Great for
researching artifacts.
Native American resource for Dancing, music and more Powwows.com
Lakota Creation Story
Native American Lore Index site. Lots of Good Stories to read
Learn how to do traditional porcupine quill work at NativeTech
The Saskatchewan First Nations Heritage Site is designed to serve as a resource for
compiling and sharing information related to the language, culture, arts, history, and
current affairs of the Dene, Woodland Cree, Swampy Cree, Plains Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota,
Nakota, and Lakota.
Buffalo parts for sale and Authentic artwork created from the animal.
Lakhota Sioux Heritage, Culture and Language site
Lakota books, tapes, and much more
See a list of the many traditional Uses for Buffalo by the Plains people
More Lakota Language with some samples too.
Information about Winter Counts which was a method of keeping track of historical events.
Lakota Electronic texts with information about Games played in the past.
Canku Ota (Many Paths) An Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America-containing
many different stories, articles, craft projects and more.
Lodge of Sunkmanitu Tanka An Informational site containing Lakota Language, Culture
and Much more.
Reese tipis web site. One Company available to purchase tipis. This site has some nice pictures.
Tipi Information on Linda Holleys site.
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