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Native American MythsSlide2
Essential Questions
Why do people communicate?
How do people communicate?
How do audience and purpose determine style?
Is it important to share ideas, questions and emotions?Slide3
Before America was America
There were 100’s of thriving unique nations.
Each had/has its own tradition of literature passed down orally.
Families kept the tradition going; ceremonies also provided a forum to retell stories.
List a story that you know that has been handed down orally.Slide4
The Myth
Myth
- an anonymous oral story
The myth relies on the supernatural to explain natural phenomenon, human behavior(s), or unexplained happenings.
Myths explain WHY the world is the way it is and helps make sense of the world.
Making sense of the worldSlide5
The Purpose of the Creation Myth
To explain the workings of the natural world
To support and validate social customs
To guide people through the trials of living
To instill a sense of mystery of the universe and attempts to explain that mysterySlide6
Different Types of Myths
Creation myth
– how human lives came to exist
Origin myths
– why phenomena like the stars, moon, and sky came to be
Native American
myths often emphasize a strong spiritual bong between the creator, humanity, and the natural world. They believed it the duty of humanity to maintain a balance between these entities.Slide7
Recurring Ideas among
Native American Myths
Humans connection with nature
Conflict between ancient customs and modern life, past, and present
Storytelling is important
Life as a circle
Natural elements (earth, water, wind, fire) are symbolsSlide8
The importance of myths
For Native Americans, myths gave people a sense of order and identity. They gave them a way to explain the unexplainable, heal the sick, and teach lessons.
What myths/oral legends are you familiar with?
What is the value of keeping myths/oral traditions alive today?Slide9
Group Activity
Objective: in groups of 4-5, you will study and present a myth. You can read the myth silently or read it aloud.
Each group member is responsible for completing his/her own myth response sheet.
You then must present your myth to the class. You can perform a skit, do an oral reading, create a series of pictures or collages, but find some creative way to present your myth.Slide10
Native American Myths
The World on the Turtle's Back
When Grizzlies Walked Upright/The Navajo Origin Story
Grandmother Spider Steals the Sun
What does the story reveal about the themes of:
The role of women in their society
The role of nature (the earth, animals) in society
The origins of certain culture/customs
The roles and beliefs about the gods/higher power
Write a ½ page expanding upon on of these themes by creating an original thesis.Slide11
The Iroquois Constitution
Explain the symbolic significance of The Tree of the Great Peace. Illustrate what you think The Tree of Great Peace looks like in your notes.
Which law do you most agree with? Explain why you agree with it. Cite the text.
Are the Iroquois Constitution and US Constitution similar in any ways? Different?