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  • Use Primary Search and try these subjects:
    • Native Americans
    • Indians of North America
    • Names of tribes: Iroquois, Mahican, Pequot, Algonquin

Great Web Sites

  • The First Americans
    Nicely illustrated and well written introduction to the 5 major Native American cultures. Chart comparing homes, food and clothing. Written for Grade 3.
  • Oneida Indian Nation
    Learn about the culture & history of the Oneida Indian Nation.
  • Native American Shelters
    Adobe, Longhouses, Igloos, Tepees - explore different types of shelter used by various Indian cultures.
  • North American Prehistory
    Click on the maps to view a timeline of prehistory in each region and read brief overviews of the cultures and archeological sites from the region.
  • First Nation's Histories
    A growing collection of histories for each tribe. Loads of information about Northeast cultures. For the local region, check out the Iroquois, Mahican and Pequot pages.
  • The Iroquois of the Northeast
    Beautifully illustrated overview of Iroquois life from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Topics include: living in the woods, farming, craft work and transition to modern times. Similar sites for Tlingit (Northwest), Hopi (Southwest) and Lakota (Plains).
  • Native American Toys
    Pictures of toys, games and puzzles from many different tribes.

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Local Resources

  • Ndakinna Wilderness Project Learn more about the natural world and Native American culture in the Northeast. Programs are held at in the Adirondacks and visits to your school can be arranged.