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Native Peoples of the Woodlands

12 minutes 29 seconds

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Interior of hut with wood poles lashed together in a grid, forming the frame for the walls and ceiling. Caption. A long house was much like an apartment house.

This educational video, titled "Native Peoples of the Woodlands" from the series "Exploring Our Past," explores the history and culture of the Eastern Woodland Native Americans. Presented by Joanne Shenandoah, an Oneida Nation member, the video delves into early Native American life through artifacts and theories of migration during the Ice Age. Key concepts include the names and customs of Woodland nations like the Algonquin and Iroquois, the structure of communities, and traditional housing such as wigwams and longhouses. The video highlights the significance of nature in sustaining the Woodland peoples and examines the impact of European colonization. The content aligns with U.S. history and cultural studies curricular standards.

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Runtime: 12 minutes 29 seconds

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Closeup of a shiny brown bird-like mask with a red beak and dark eyes. Caption. They also carved elaborate masks made of wood for ceremonies.
Exploring Our Past
Episode 1
13 minutes 39 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 10
Interior of hut with wood poles lashed together in a grid, forming the frame for the walls and ceiling. Caption. A long house was much like an apartment house.
Exploring Our Past
Episode 2
12 minutes 29 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 10
Sepia-toned photo of a multi-level stone structure with stairs, walls, and chimneys. Caption. They could be built to stand up to seven stories high.
Exploring Our Past
Episode 3
12 minutes 27 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 10
Sepia-toned closeup portrait of a senior Native American man wearing a headdress. Caption. They all survived off the herds of buffalo that roamed the land.
Exploring Our Past
Episode 4
12 minutes 52 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 10
2 Native American men and 2 Native American children sit closely together inside a wood structure. Caption. Listening to stories told by the native elders.
Exploring Our Past
Episode 5
23 minutes 36 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 10