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From Cradleboard to Motherboard
Buffy Sainte-Marie's interactive multimedia curriculum transforms Native American studies
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"Savages"
In this essay, the author unpacks the original definition for "savage" from the 1828 American Dictionary of the English Language, explaining the ironic vantage point through which settlers viewed Native Americans.
April 28, 2016
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The Liberation of Our People
In her speech, Davis calls the people to deeply reflect about American patriotism, the lie that is rooted within this concept. She calls people to make the connection between the Vietnam war, the oppression of Black and Brown people and the exploitation of white workers in the United States.
July 18, 2022
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You Spoke, We Listened
Reader reactions: your responses to Islamophobia, native voices and Kid President.
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Blankets for the Dead
In 1830, the government began systematically removing all Native Americans from the Eastern United States. The removal of Cherokees from Georgia in 1838 has become known as the Trail of Tears. But there were, in fact, many such trails, as the Creeks, Choctaws, Chickasaws, Seminoles and other tribes were forced to abandon their homelands.
August 22, 2016
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Teaching Thanksgiving in a Socially Responsible Way
Educators have an ethical obligation to teach accurately about Thanksgiving. Here are some online resources that can help.
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The Indian Problem Is Getting Worse—Isn't It Great?
In this blog post, Houska emphasizes the enduring spirit of the Native American people and their culture, outlines the group’s past and present obstacles and calls to action young Native Americans to carry on the torch of resilience.
July 29, 2016
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Teaching Lewis and Clark
Freelance writer Ken Olsen gives tips for teaching Lewis and Clark from a Native American perspective.
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