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CERCA Now: How are Indigenous American stories told today?

Written by ThinkCERCA Team | November 14, 2022

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Let's Talk! With Cynthia Leitich Smith

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Only-in-winter stories pass on Ojibwe spiritual teachings

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The Mesoamerican Influences Behind Namor From ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’

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How can Indigenous American kids use music to remember and share their culture?

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MIDDLE

How can powwows maintain and share the diverse cultures of different Indigenous American Nations?

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HIGH SCHOOL

How are Apache youths using skateboarding to reclaim their stories?

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Indigenous Actors and Agents of Change

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This set of CERCA Slides focuses on contemporary and historical “Indigenous Agents of Change.” You’ll find examples of medical pioneers and clean water advocates; human rights campaigners and defenders of public lands. We hope that you and your students find inspiration in these catalysts for change, today and every day. 

 

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