Resources for Teaching About Native America

Interactive Resources

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:26:06 -0500

Title	Interactive Resources
Author	Amanda Thompson Rundahl

Surrounded by Beauty

Sat, 01 Jun 2002 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Surrounded by Beauty
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	2002
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://www.artsmia.org/surrounded-by-beauty/

There is no equivalent in the many Native American languages for the word art. Yet the objects here suggest that Native Americans are a highly spiritual people who create objects of extraordinary beauty. In Native American thought there is also no distinction between what is beautiful or functional, and what is sacred or secular. Design goes far beyond concerns of function, and beauty is much more than simple appearances. For many native peoples, beauty arises from living in harmony with the order of the universe.The concerns and aspirations of a vital contemporary American Indian population changes as the world changes. Today some Native American artists continue traditions of their ancestors, while others transform those traditions in new and innovative ways.

World Myths and Legends in Art

Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 -0400

Title	World Myths and Legends in Art
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	2003
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/world-myths/

Myths are stories that explain why the world is the way it is. All cultures have them. Throughout history, artists have been inspired by myths and legends and have given them visual form. Sometimes these works of art are the only surviving record of what particular cultures believed and valued. But even where written records or oral traditions exist, art adds to our understanding of myths and legends.

This collection of images brings together 26 works of art in the collection of The Minneapolis Institute of Arts inspired by mythology around the world. The rich variety of images makes it possible for teachers to address a wide range of study areas, including language arts, humanities, art, social and cultural studies, and world religions. You can click on the "Enlarge" link under each work of art to enlarge the image in a new window, and zoom in to see greater detail. The "Art by Theme" section will help you explore the relationships among the images. Have fun being creative with these materials!

World Ceramics

Mon, 01 Jun 1998 00:00:00 -0400

Title	World Ceramics
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	1998
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/world-ceramics

Explore and learn about the many ways ceramics have been made, used, and decorated throughout the world.

This interactive resource presents twelve works of art from different cultures. Explore each work by asking the following questions.

Where does it come from?
What does it look like?
How was it used?
How was it made?
How big is it?
Who Knows?

Teaching the Arts

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:26:07 -0500

Title	Teaching the Arts
Author	Amanda Thompson Rundahl

Bella Coola Frontlet: Teaching the Arts

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Bella Coola Frontlet: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	September 2010
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://www.artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/objectinfocus.cfm?v=169

This ceremonial headdress was created in a rich environment and culture.

View of Fort Snelling: Teaching the Arts

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 -0400

Title	View of Fort Snelling: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	May 2004
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/objectinfocus.cfm?v=15

A simple landscape tells the story of Minnesota's early history.

Shirt: Teaching the Arts

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Shirt: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	February 2004
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/objectinfocus.cfm?v=8

A shirt created to honor a Plains Indian warrior tells the story of a changing way of life.

Lakota Winter Count: Teaching the Arts

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Lakota Winter Count: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	November 2005
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/objectinfocus.cfm?v=48

Pictures held the key to history for the Lakota people of the Great Plains.

Inuit Figures: Teaching the Arts

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Inuit Figures: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	April 2007
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/objectinfocus.cfm?v=96

Learn about the animals of the Arctic.

Art of the Apsaalooka: Teaching the Arts

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Art of the Apsaalooka: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	September 2007
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/objectinfocus.cfm?v=108

Horses are honored for the changes they have brought to life on the Great Plains.

Art of the Ancient Americas: Teaching the Arts

Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Art of the Ancient Americas: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	November 2003
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/fivefacts.cfm?v=3

The people of the ancient Americas were as varied as the landscapes they lived in, but their art has some qualities in common. Spanish translation available under "Related Activities" inside this issue.

Around the World at the Time of Columbus: Teaching the Arts

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 -0400

Title	Around the World at the Time of Columbus: Teaching the Arts
Creator	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Date	September 2005
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location	http://artsmia.org/education/teacher-resources/fivefacts.cfm?v=42

Let art take you on a journey around a world about to change forever.

Art Collector Sets

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:26:07 -0500

Title	Art Collector Sets
Author	Amanda Thompson Rundahl

Native American Art

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:57:31 -0400

Title	Native American Art
Author	Treden Wagoner
Date	May 4, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

A thematic collection of images of works of art. The slides are organized in chronological order.

Native American Art and History of the Minnesota Region

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:55:57 -0500

Title	Native American Art and History of the Minnesota Region
Author	Christine McKigney
Date	July 23, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

These images and resources look at the art and history of Native American people living in and around the area which we know today as Minnesota.

Birds

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:53:37 -0400

Title	Birds
Author	TeacherResources
Date	May 4, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Use this image collection with the MIA's "Golden Bird" Teaching the Arts feature.

VIew works of art that show birds. Reorganize the collection according to the type of bird you see.

Around the World at the Time of Columbus

Wed, 19 May 2010 10:57:37 -0400

Title	Around the World at the Time of Columbus
Author	TeacherResources
Date	May 1, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Use this image collection with the MIA's Around the World at the Time of Columbus Teaching the Arts feature.

Create a timeline by selecting images of art from the 15th century and affix them to a world map. Research what was going on in each location at the time and add a summary to the map. Use this collection of works from the MIA's collection. Once in the collection, click on an image and then on the “More Info” button to find out where and when an object was made.

Abstractions from the Ancient Americas

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:19:41 -0500

Title	Abstractions from the Ancient Americas
Author	TeacherResources
Date	May 5, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Use this image collection with the MIA's "Art of the Ancient Americas" Teaching the Arts feature.

What features of the natural world are prominent where you live? Choose a land form or weather pattern you know well. Let it be the inspiration for an abstract pattern to decorate the surface of a pot. Review these examples from the ancient Americas. What natural features do these examples suggest to you? What do you see that makes you say that?

Animals of the Americas

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:50:03 -0400

Title	Animals of the Americas
Author	TeacherResources
Date	May 5, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Use this image collection with the MIA's "Art of the Ancient Americas" Teaching the Arts feature.

Compile a field guide to animals of the Americas using Art Collector. Choose an animal from the collection and write a description of the animal based on its appearance in the work of art. Then research the animal and add a description of its behavior. What special characteristics of the animal might have made it special to the culture that created the work of art? (See Fact 3 in "Art of the Ancient Americas". Include your ideas in your field guide entry.

Picturing America

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:59:20 -0500

Title	Picturing America
Author	Christine McKigney
Date	May 8, 2009
Institution	Minneapolis Institute of Arts

This Art Collector set was created to be used as a complement to the National Endowment for the Humanities' Picturing America curriculum.

These images and online resources can be used to further explore the national history and character of America by looking at the art of its people.

View or print "My Notes View" to see the Picturing America image numbers these artworks and resources correspond to.

Resources for Teaching About Native America

Interactive Resources

Interactive Resources

Surrounded by Beauty

Surrounded by Beauty

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

2002

World Myths and Legends in Art

World Myths and Legends in Art

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

2003

World Ceramics

World Ceramics

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

1998

Teaching the Arts

Teaching the Arts

Bella Coola Frontlet: Teaching the Arts

Bella Coola Frontlet: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

September 2010

View of Fort Snelling: Teaching the Arts

View of Fort Snelling: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

May 2004

Shirt: Teaching the Arts

Shirt: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

February 2004

Lakota Winter Count: Teaching the Arts

Lakota Winter Count: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

November 2005

Inuit Figures: Teaching the Arts

Inuit Figures: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

April 2007

Art of the Apsaalooka: Teaching the Arts

Art of the Apsaalooka: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

September 2007

Art of the Ancient Americas: Teaching the Arts

Art of the Ancient Americas: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

November 2003

Around the World at the Time of Columbus: Teaching the Arts

Around the World at the Time of Columbus: Teaching the Arts

Minneapolis Institute of Arts

September 2005

Art Collector Sets

Art Collector Sets

Native American Art

Native American Art

May 4, 2009

Native American Art and History of the Minnesota Region

Native American Art and History of the Minnesota Region

July 23, 2009

Birds

Birds

May 4, 2009

Around the World at the Time of Columbus

Around the World at the Time of Columbus

May 1, 2009

Abstractions from the Ancient Americas

Abstractions from the Ancient Americas

May 5, 2009

Animals of the Americas

Animals of the Americas

May 5, 2009

Picturing America

Picturing America

May 8, 2009