American Indian Cultures by Ann Weil

Author:Ann Weil [Weil and Charlotte Guillain, Ann]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Capstone
Published: 2014-07-26T00:00:00+00:00

Eastern and Woodland Indians grew corn, squash, and beans. These three food crops were a very important part of their diet. They were called the “Three Sisters” by tribes such as the Iroquois and Wampanoag because they grew well together and were often eaten together in a dish called succotash.

These Navajo girls are demonstrating how corn is traditionally ground. They are using special stones called a mano and a metate.

Potlatch

Northwest Coast Indians have a giveaway ceremony called a potlatch. Potlatch comes from a word that means “to give.” American Indian leaders need to show generosity to increase their status.

In a potlatch, the host serves more food than guests can finish. Salmon is the traditional food, along with berries, seaweed, and meat. After the feast, guests take leftovers and gifts home with them. The host might also give away blankets and other goods as gifts.

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