The American Indian, or First Peoples, inhabited North America long before the Europeans set foot on this land.  They were our first naturalist, learning to work with nature to sustain their lives.  Although many Indian Nations have completely vanished, they have left their life stories and legacies behind for us to study.

All American Indians cannot be categorized into one group.  Each tribe or nation had its own strengths and weaknesses; its own way of life; its own heroes.  Learning about different nations will enable you to appreciate all they have done for this country.

The American Indians taught the first Europeans important skills to survive in this new land aiding in the growth of the United States. 

Check out our extensive list of books and crafts that can be added to any study of American Indians.  These books and crafts will help this part of history come alive for your child or children.  Several of the crafts are excellent for co-ops.

Be sure to check out our other areas of American History, such as the Frontiersmen, Lewis and Clark and the Pioneer Americans.  If there is something you would like to see, but cannot find, please be sure to e-mail us for assistance.
 

Useful Web Sites and Other Resources For Your Further Study
(please let us know if any of these links no longer work)
As with most Internet sites, parental supervision is suggested.

Shoshone Bannock Tribal Enterprises
Shoshone and Bannock Tribal History as well as current events and news.  The Shoshone played a significant roll in the success of the Lewis and Clark expedition, for these were Sacagawea’s people.

The Mandan Indians
This website shows the life of the Mandan Indians, how they lived, what type of homes they built, what they ate and much more.

The Blackfeet Nation
This site provides information on the Black feet both current and historical.  The site also provides information is wishing to travel to the Black feet reservation or nearby Glacier National Park.

The Teton or Lakota Sioux
This website references the stereotypical plains dwelling Indians known as the Teton or Lakota Sioux.  This site also provides information on many other tribes such as the Shoshone, the Mandan, the Chinook  and many more.

The Nez Perce Tribe
This website provides History, current tribal events and most commonly asked questions about the Nez Perce tribe.

Nez Perce National Historic Park

Navajo National Monument near Black Meza, AZ

The Navajo Nation
Explore the traditional dress, language, food and culture of the Navajo.

The Hopi Indians
Official website of the Hopi Tribe

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