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For the month of November 2007,
our SIRS solutions spotlight
special themes
from their unique perspectives.
SIRS Knowledge Source®
Native Americans are an integral part of American history, culture, and character. Contributions and accomplishments of Native Americans permeate and impact many facets of American life, including art, music, literature, agriculture, spirituality, and medicine.
In the face of overwhelming adversity, Native Americans and their culture remain a vital component of the American experience. National American Indian Heritage Month, designated as the month of November in 1990, not only pays tribute to Native Americans' historical and contemporary achievements and revolutionary role in the development of American culture and society, but recognizes the evolution of the Native American experience and the significance of preserving Native traditions and heritage.
The SKS Spotlight of the Month honors Native Americans and promotes cultural understanding via this content:
ARTICLES
1. Laws Reflect Changing Status of American Indians in History
2. The First Americans
3. By the People
4. The Ancient Ones Knew the Stars, Moon and Sun
5. Share in the Light: Native American Stories of Creation
WEB SITE
American Indians and the Natural World
Source: Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Read more articles from our Spotlights by logging on to our SIRS Knowledge Source® feature page. Note that the new month's content will not appear until the first of the new month.
SIRS Discoverer®
The month of November is National American Indian Heritage Month. What a perfect time to celebrate the contributions and legacy of Native Americans!
Native Americans are an integral part of American history and heritage. In the face of overwhelming adversity, the Native American population and its diverse and beautiful cultures remain a vital part of the American experience. Native American achievements and influences can be found in art, music, literature, agriculture, spirituality, and medicine.
National American Indian Heritage Month not only pays tribute to these accomplishments, but promotes the importance of preserving Native traditions and heritage. The Discoverer Spotlight of the Month honors Native Americans and furthers cultural understanding with the following content:
ARTICLES
1. Misfit: 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian'
2. The Mysteries of Chaco Canyon
3. American Indians, or Native Americans
4. Sitting Bull
5. Fun and Games
6. Celebrating American Indian Heritage
WEB SITE
First Americans, Native American Indian Studies
Source: Karen Martin, University of Arizona
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articles from the Spotlight of the Month by logging on to SIRS Discoverer®.
Monthly Events/Holidays
- The First Thanksgiving
Source: Scholastic Inc.
Summary: Learn all about the first Thanksgiving. Explore a picture timeline. Relive the voyage on the Mayflower, and experience life in Plimoth, Massachusetts, in 1621.
- The History of Thanksgiving
Source: Denver Federal Executive Board (DFEB)
Summary: Get a brief overview of the history of Thanksgiving in the United States and some festivals of thanksgiving around the world.
- Veterans Day
Source: Embassy of the United States of America
Summary: November 11th was originally named Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War I. Today it is known as Veterans' Day and is intended to honor America's Veterans. This page offers a brief article on Veterans' Day, describing the history and traditions of the holiday.
Spotlight of the Month topics are selected mainly from
Chase's Calendar of Events. Articles are also accessible within the main database and remain in our Teachable Moments newsletter archives for one year.
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