This month we will study our Unity and Oneness with our world and each other through the traditions of Native Americans. Native American teach the Great Spirit created our world and everything in it. We will explore this Wisdom and what it means for us as an integral part of our planet. We consider the Harmony of the world and our place in it. We teach Respect for all we see. Wisdom to make the best choices we can to support our world. And Compassion for the challenges we see for our world and others. See Entire Lesson Here
 How the Fly Saved the River Craft: Whirleybirds: Symbolism of Craft: We are creating something that will fly! Think of the birds in the air, the dandelion seeds floating and, from the story, the fly who drove off the Moose. Material 3X8 1/4-inch brightly colored cardstock Decorative stickers/markers Scissors Instructions How to Make a Whirly Bird Helicopter: http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/family/paper-helicopters3.htm Step 1: Download the Helicopter Pattern. Step 2: Place Pattern over colorful card stock. Cut out. Make the three cuts as indicated on the pattern. Step 3: Fold and cut the helicopter. Fold section C forward and section D backward. Bend the stem up at E. Fold A forward and B backward. Decorate with stickers. Hold at eye level and drop!  An Indian Prayer Craft: Cupcake Liner Flowers Symbolism of Craft: Flowers are a beautiful part of this planet. We are reminded to appreciate their beauty and form with gratitude for all that is beautiful in our world. Materials: Mini cupcake papers in multi colors, glue, white paper, straws or popsicle sticks, beads Instructions: Paint the popsicle sticks if desired Glue button(s) to the center of the cupcake liner Cut out and glue green leaves to the popsicle sticks Glue the cupcake liner to the stick |   Four Directions Ceremony Craft: Sun Symbolism of Craft: We bless the Sun and all the power, light and energy it brings to the world. Materials: Five Sheets of Yellow Construction Paper Scissors Markers/crayons Glue or Tape Instructions: Accordion fold a piece of yellow construction paper. Fold in half. Glue (or tape) the end folds together where they meet in the middle. Repeat with three more pieces of construction paper. Arrange the four fans together to make a complete circle gluing or taping the pieces where they meet. Print the face on yellow paper. Cut out. Glue in the middle of your fan circle. Don’t judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his Moccasins Craft: Moccasin Walk Symbolism of Craft: Walking in Someone Else’s Shoes or Flip Flop Walk Materials: Flip flops, paper, tape, ribbons, scissors Directions: Have every child trace their feet and cut out. Set the pairs of feet cut outs to make a trail around the room and tape down. Give each child a pair of flip flops to put on and follow the path of feet around the room. |