1. Native American, African, and Aboriginal Cultures

2. These cultures generally share the following:  Did not have a writing system  All stories (trickster tales, folklore, or Dreamtime) of religion, culture, and existence were told orally, handed down from father to son and mother to daughter.  People and animals share the earth and respect each other.

3.  The animals teach the people many lessons about Conflicts/Problems Resolutions/Solutions Morals/Lessons The importance of animals and their contribution with mankind  All three cultures have been discriminated against, enslaved, and persecuted throughout history.

4. NATIVE AMERICANS  In many tribes, men and women share work  Generally, women were treated equally and usually dealt with the trading and finances  Vast difference between tribes (peaceful to extreme warfare)

5. AFRICAN CULTURES  A very important tradition is the marriage selection process  Brings together two healthy minds and bodies so future generations can be equally healthy and mentally fit.

6.  The bride plays a very special role and treated with respect; she is a link between the unborn and the ancestors. The marriage also links two communities and the groom moves to the village of the bride.  Polygamy is practiced among many tribes and only by men

7.  About the 1600s, Muslim traditions and rituals began to influence Northern Africa, while Christian and Hindu influenced Southern and Eastern Africa.

9. ABORIGINAL CULTURE (Australia)  Each clan-grouping has an important religious specialist who will initiate and foster contact with the spirits.  Some groups believe in a supreme being

11. Aboriginals Today

13. ABORIGINAL CULTURE  Their rules and laws govern the land, its people, animals and plants. For life on earth to continue, these rules need to be followed.