November is Native American Heritage Month. While the official website offers an important and impressive list of lessons and research aids for teachers and students, there are many resources available to help guide your children’s year-round study of the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, histories, and contemporary achievements of Indigenous people across the United States. Here are some of our favorites: Tribally-operated museums have the mission of preserving, perpetuating, and revitalizing the cultural and historic heritage of native peoples. They are a great place to research and learn online or in person. Find a museum near you. American Indians in Children's Literature (AICL) provides critical analysis of Indigenous peoples in children's and young adult books. It's a smart place to start when tracking down good quality fiction and non-fiction. It even includes reviews of resources children should use (or should not use!) for research projects. Their discussion of reasoning behind problematic phrases is particularly helpful. The National Museum of the American Indian is a treasure trove of educational resources including virtual field trips, primary source collections, online exhibits, and forums on current events. We’re looking forward to digging in to their Rethinking Thanksgiving curriculum materials later this month. The American Indian Library Association Youth Literature Award recognizes the best writing and illustrations by Native Americans and Indigenous peoples of North America. Check out this year's selections! Homeschool Journey Guides encourage all educators to embrace meaningful, well-researched, and inclusive curriculum materials.
What are some of your favorite resources? Share in the comments!
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