This lesson for PA 4.4 introduces students to the Metis nation using a storybook called The Flower Beadwork People. The accompanying PowerPoint is a collection of illustrations that follows the storybook The Flower Beadwork People. The illustrations can be shown on the SmartBoard while the teacher read the storybook aloud.

This resource is designed to be used with students during the Rock Your Mocs event!Watch a tutorial video on creating beautiful artwork moccasins using beadwork style dot painting with Sr. Indigenous Consultant Elizabeth Zdunich from the Sask DLC and then follow the directions provided to create your very own artwork.Optional background knowledge building and extension actvities are included. To learn more, please vist the Rock Your Mocs Website.

Can you tell the difference between Ojibwe and Dakota beadwork? Stick with host Susan until the end of the video and you'll be able to notice the differences.

00:00 Can you spot the difference between Ojibwe & Dakota beadwork?
01:53 The history of beadwork in Native communities
02:28 Historical Dakota beadwork from the Minnesota area
03:24 Ojibwe floral designs and nature in Ojibwe art
04:42 The history of Indigenous beadwork in the Minnesota area
06:36 Extra: the Spirit bead

From the craft, to the textile, to finishing touches, and even to the customs that come with it, our traditional clothing reflects our cultural identity. Worn Within explores the stories and people behind our traditional clothing.