The start of November kicked off National Native American Heritage Month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. It is a time to recognize Indigenous people's history, culture, and contributions. Additionally, part of Native American Heritage Month involves reckoning with the past.
Here, we've curated a variety of resources for parents and teachers who would like to initiate conversations and learn more.
Languages and Literature: The New York Public Library
Resources to Explore Native American Cultures, Languages, and Literature from The New York Public Library.
Toasted Sister Podcast
Learn more about Native American cooking as host Andi Murphy discovers more about her Navajo culinary roots in her podcast
30 Stories
30 Stories for 30 Days of Native American and Alaska Native - PBS
TED Talks
Various TED Talks by Indigenous Peoples
Native American Art
NY State Museum’s virtual exhibition, “REPRESENT: Contemporary Native American Art”
Native Photographers in the Field
Developing Stories: Native Photographers in the Field | National Museum of the American Indian
Books
Must-Read Books by Indigenous Authors
Native American Music
Appreciating Native American Music - Library of Congress
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