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Journeys School Programs, Pre K - 8

Journeys School Programs

"Stimulating, culturally enriching programs"
(BOCES approved!)


If you're looking for a way for your students to have fun while learning the history and lifeways of Native Americans, Journeys into American Indian Territory may have just the answer. These in-house field trips immerse your students in the ways of life of Native Americans, past and present. The hands-on activities (each geared to a specific grade level) capture children's attention and imagination, providing a learning experience they will never forget. By providing first-hand experiences that reflect the depth of tribal traditions and histories, students move beyond stereotypes to a more accurate and sensitive understanding of Native Americans as human beings and as important contributors to the world we know today. Students learn by doing, through activities that include putting up a tipi or building a wigwam, storytelling, Native games, arts and crafts, song and dance, and learning history from a Native American perspective. These programs breathe life into any school unit on Native Americans. Teachers often note that because of the format and activities, children can absorb more in one day of this program than in weeks in the classroom. Our handouts (included at no extra cost) help you in your unit before we arrive, as well as prepare your students for what they will experience with us. A key theme in all programs is respect. Traditional stories and teachings show the importance of showing respect, stemming from one's connection to other people (especially elders), animals, plants, and the earth we all inhabit.

All programs include a set up of our extensive moving museum of material culture including clothing, beadwork, porcupine quillwork, containers, wampum, dolls, drums, and much more

Eastern Woodlands Indian Programs

Eastern Woodland Indian Programs



Eastern Woodlands: Native Peoples of Our Region. This program includes an introduction to the physical environment of our region prior to European contact and an understanding of how the Algonquian-speaking and Iroquoian-speaking Indians of the area developed ways to survive. Students learn, through group interactive projects, the role that cooperation plays in survival. Activities might include:
 
● Construction of an outdoor wigwam
● Introduction to the environment from Native perspective
● Stone tool technology
● Craft activities, such as making Woodland style pottery and wampum
● Discussion of Native American medicines; children sample a tonic "tea"
● Traditional game
Western Plains Indian Programs

Western Plains Indian Programs



The Plains Indian Tipi experience: Learning inside the "moveable classroom." We erect a full-size tipi at your school (outdoor or, space permitting, indoor--your choice). Sessions take place inside the tipi so students can learn its role in the lifeways of Plains Indians, both in the past for housing and its ceremonial use today. Activities might include:

● Introduction to tipi etiquette
● Craft activities, such as making pouches, shields, parfleches
● Round Dance or Snake Dance
● Children singing a traditional song
● Myths and traditional tales
● Playing the hand game
Testimonials

Testimonials



"The Eastern Woodlands program is by far, the most enlightening and entertaining vehicle for developing a greater understanding of diverse cultures. The staff at Journes Into american Indian Territory offers an in depth study into the heritage of the Eastern Woodlands peoples. The primary source materials and expertise amassed by each facilitator is remarkable. Students glean not only insight into American Indian life, but also how similar some traditions, roots of government and celeberations are to their own backgrounds.

Another attractive feature about the programs offered by the Journeys Into American Indian Territory staff is presentation versatility. Programs can be designed to suit both intimate and large group settings and cater to diverse learning levels. Presentations are student driven and offer direct audience participation. The travelling museum affords students both hands on and guided information with treasured artifacts shared by the Journeys Into American Indian Territory staff."

Pamela A. O'Donnell
Chairperson, Social Studies Department
Seneca Junior High School

"This is a wonderful hands-on experience that helps prepare students for the NYS assesments.  I would recommend it to all 4th and 5th grade teachers for their student.";

Christine Augusto, Principal
Shore Road Intermediate Center,
Bellmore, NY

"Journeys Into American Indian Territory is exactly what it promises and more: It is an incredible journey!  For the past 6 years, this 'in-school field trip' has energized our social studies curriculum by providing a full day of immersion into Plains Indian culutre.  Brightly colored authentic clothes, skins, artifacts, tools, and games are brilliantly presented and displayed.  The Journeys leaders are extremely knowledgeable about Plains Indian facts and way of life, but equally importantly, they know children.  They adjust their talks so that they are age appropriate, and they seem to intuitivelyknow when to move on to a 'hands-on' activity, game or dance.  Our teachers look forward to this day as much as the students, and we all come away feeling enriched and with a far greater understanding.  We can't wait for Tipi Day 2006!"

Laurie Curtis,
Second Grade Teacher,
Princeton Day School,
Princeton, NJ
Book Journeys School Programs

Book Journeys School Programs


To schedule school programs please contact:

Robert Vetter, Director
PO Box 575 Eastport,
NY 11941
Email: info at indianjourneys.com
Call: 631-878-8655
Fax: 631-878-4518

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Eastern Woodlands Indian Program




Western Plains Indian Programs