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Take and Makes: Into the Woods!

Recommended Reads!

American Indians in Children's Literature
A curated collection of books with experiences of authentic indigenous American people.
First Nations Childrens Reading List
Book lists for ages 0-18 yrs old.
Art by Julie Flett (Cree-Métis).
American Indian Youth Literature Award Winners
Award lists going back to 2006 to find quality titles featuring and by Native peoples.

Special Days

Just click the image to see the list! Have fun!

STEM Activities

Make a Molecule!
Did you know that Mole Day (which is all about Chemistry) is this month? Try making your own molecules out of toothpicks and colored clay or play doh!

Things to Learn!

Exhibit: Journeys of the Occaneechi
Virtually explore the culture of the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation, who are from right here in Alamance and Orange county.

Native American Tribes Wordsearch
After hearing "How Chipmunk Got His Stripes," a Native American story linked above, extend your knowledge by finding these well-known tribe names.

Special Days
Check out this list of special days and get some fun books recommendations!

Why Do Squirrels Dig?

Activities to Try!

DIY Paper Plate Dreamcatcher
Printable instructions.
Objibwe Symbolism of the Dreamcatcher
Native American Legends of the Dreamcatcher
Learn the native story behind the origins of the dreamcatcher legend.
DIY Paper Bag Chipmunk Puppet
Printable instructions.
Paper Bag Chipmunk Template
Template for chipmunk face, tail, & paws. You will still need to cut out your own ears, nose, stripes, whiskers, & eyes pieces.

Nature Scavenger Hunt
Explore the outdoors with our printable coloring sheet checklist!
Handprint Acorn Lacing Craft

Leaf Creatures
Explore outside to find leaves, acorns, and more to create cute leaf animals!
Upside Down Art
Did you know that October 25th is International Artist Day? Try out this funky art style and see what you can create!
Dictionary Day Activity
Have you ever used a dictionary? Did you know that words are everywhere?