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Hopi Indians ABBY mCcOLLUM, Becca Cloud, Tahir Pernell Calera Middle School Nelson And Goggins November 2011. Hook Slide.
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Hopi IndiansABBY mCcOLLUM, Becca Cloud, Tahir PernellCalera Middle SchoolNelson And GogginsNovember 2011
Hook Slide • Have you ever held a snake in your mouth, the Hopi did and the reason why is because of a religion they believed in. The Hopi believes that after they do the Snake Dance and after they return them to the desert that the snakes are carrying rain prayers. • Have you ever heard of a Kachina Doll? • If not keep reading to find out more !
Geographic Location • The Hopi Indians are now located on the Black Mesa. • The Black Mesa is near a place called the Painted Desert. • The Black Mesa is in Arizona.
Natural Resources • Whales are a natural resource for the Hopi. • Flower Planting is also a resource. • Ocean and Forestry is another natural resource.
Religious Beliefs • Hopi held religious ceremonies in a Kiva. • They also believe that the first creature was Kokyang Wuti. • The oldest permanent Hopi is Oraibi which is believed to have been established is about 1150. • Kachina dolls are very important to the Hopi because they believe that they will bring rain to the dry desert.
Foods- Hunters, Farmers, Etc. • The Hopi farmers grew food such as corn and squash. • Ladies gathered seeds and fruits. • Men also hunted wild animals, such as rabbit and antelope.
Lodging and Shelters • The Hopi lived in buildings made of stone and natural clay. • Also when they honored God they made houses made of feathers, • They also live in Teepees.
Government • Hopi people established a council called the Hopi Tribal Council. • The Hopi Tribal Council was established on December 19,1936. • The Hopi Tribal Government is a unicameral government where all powers are vested in Tribal Council.
Family Life • Men and Women have separate jobs. • Every family is called a clan. • When a child arrives Hopi Indians take their kids to the Mesa Cliff on the 20th day and when the sun hits the baby is given a name.
Clothing • Long ago Hopi wore clothing made of fur or animal skins. • Women wore cotton or wool dresses called Mantas. • They also made clothes of plant fiber.
Cool Information • The Hopis have there own unique language. • Hopi’s play just like us. • There are also lots of Hopi fairy tales.
Bibliography • Book: The Hopi By: Allison Lassieur • Website: http://inkido.indiana.edu/w310work/romac/hopi.htm • Website 2: http://hopi-nsn.gov/TribalGovernment/tabid/64/Default.aspx