In historical times, Pueblo pottery was used for utilitarian purposes such as carrying water and storing items, water and food. One such potter was Maria Poveka Martinez, a woman from San Ildefonso Pueblo who lived in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
Language Arts
Change and Transition: Pueblo Life and Education Experiences: Joseph H. Suina and Christine T. Lowery
Explore the understanding of identity and culture, and how an educational experience changes one’s perception of one’s self and surroundings.
Pueblo Advocacy in Contemporary Times
Pueblos and the Vietnam War
This unit of study connects to the 100-years’ timeline as part of the change in political efforts following the Termination Period and parallel with the Indian Civil Rights era during the period of Restoration of Language, Culture, Governance, and Religion.
Safeguarding Pueblo Rights through Activism
Issues of personal land ownership and individual rights have continued to threaten the practice of collective stewardship over lands and natural resources for Pueblo peoples. The lessons in this unit examine themes of cultural and historical preservation, protection of sacredness, and engagement in activism at local and national levels.
Simon Ortiz’s Autobiographical Essay: A Perspective on Language and Life
Explore an in-depth understanding of how language has a profound impact on one’s sense of self as it relates to identity, in addition to understanding how language influences one’s place in culture and society.
Symbols, Language and Meaning
In the southwest, symbols and icons depicted on rocks, cultural wares, regalia, and other objects have stood the test of time despite cycles of innumerable interpretations, physical acts of vandalism and monetary exploitation.
Unlikely Benefits of the Great Depression
Much of the experience for Pueblo people during and as a result of The Great Depression led to some unlikely benefits as federal legislation and increased government spending generated change that helped to stimulate economic activities through artistic endeavors, public works projects, and resurgence in farming/ranching.
The Creator’s Gift of Family and Community
This unit will model knowledge of self, imploring students to mature as productive members of a family and community. Further promoting problem solving skills, and demonstrate an appreciation of family and community by recognizing the Creator’s Gifts as they remain an essential element to the survival of the Pueblo family and community.
Community
Explore how the Pueblo People demonstrate a way of life that thrives on community in day to day life and during community events.