1. Plains Indians (Native Americans) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvqQmTSDXtY&feature=BFa&list=PL1130C9E6D739F798&lf=results_video

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5. Work is divided among men & women The highest appreciation for nature (buffalo) Warrior societies Art & religion Language – Each tribe or clan – Sign language to be universal Plains Indians

6. Hunter/ gatherer society – What does this mean? – Who do you think did what? Plains Indians

7. Hunters – Strong men & leaders Gatherers – Women, elders, children & the disabled Preparers & Cooks – Women, elders Plains Indians

8. WOMEN – Oversaw life in house – Gathered food – Built tepees – Passed traditions – Crafts skill = rank in society Plains Indians

9. MEN – Hunters – Protectors – Pass on knowledge – Pass on legends – Led spiritualized ceremonies – Provide military leadership – Prove bravery & ability Plains Indians

10. ELDERS – Looked to as the wisest among tribes – Consulted about any problems – The “connection” between the spirit & native world Plains Indians

11. TRADITION – Summer: gathering of councils Discuss progress & problems with elders – Sun Dance: 4 day celebration to thank the Great Spirit & ask for luck/ fortune What is a “great spirit” to you - Journal…. Plains Indians

12. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvqQmTSDXtY&feature=BFa&list=PL1130C9E6D739F798&lf=results_video SUN DANCE Plains Indians

14. HORSES – “sacred dog” – 1600s used in trade until each tribe has them 1: hunting 2: moving villages 3: raiding Plains Indians

15. BUFFALO – The “general store” to the Native Americans – Used to the utmost extent Nothing goes to waste!!! Plains Indians

16. BUFFALO – Hunted as a staple – Indians corralled them or drove into herds with their horses & attacked with bows & arrows – Corral: a hunting strategy; to corner and capture Plains Indians

17. BUFFALO – Men hunted them – Women & children cut apart animal & brought it back to camp Plains Indians

18. BUFFALO used for… 1: clothing 2: shelter 3: food - protein - could be stored (jerky) Plains Indians