American Indian Storytelling

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Offering Type: Assembly
Disciplines: Humanities, In Person Offering, Virtual Offering
Grade Level: 1st-3rd, 4th-6th, 7th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK/K
Academic Subject: English Language Arts, Social Studies

Cost

$300/12 units per assembly

Booking

In this presentation, students of all ages will learn traditional Kiowa and Caddo stories and customs from a tribal member by joining in the arts of storytelling, dance, and music. Students will learn tribal and family history, sing songs, and use Plains Indian sign language. They will view the artist in her tribal dress and accessories and share in the dances of the Kiowa, Caddo, and other tribes. Students will also learn a song and how to count in more than one Oklahoma tribal language. The students’ involvement will help promote cultural sensitivity and respect toward all nationalities.

Time Availability

Artist is available on Fridays after 9:00 AM.

Materials Needed

PA system
CD player
Two chairs
Changing room (not a bathroom)
Projector (if possible)

Space Requirements

15′ x 15′ open area

Advanced Preparation

None

Downloadable Resources

Scheduling Request Form

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Please be as precise as possible and include date(s), time(s), teacher name(s), grade level(s), and number of students. Note that you will be charged additional units/an additional fee for breaks between classes that are over 1.5 hours.
Additional Notes

Artists in the Schools is available for use by all schools and educational institutions, public or private. Program costs are listed on individual offering pages. Tulsa, Jenks, and Owasso Public Schools teachers and staff are able to book through Artists in the Schools at no cost to individual sites because district funds have been allocated to the program. Some restrictions may apply; contact us for details.

Couldn’t find exactly what you were looking for? Let us know! Our artists and arts organizations are flexible and talented and can most likely accommodate your request.

If you have any questions, contact:

Caitlin Turner
Director of Partnership Programs
(918) 922-7537
cturner@ahhatulsa.org