Color and Shape in American Indian Art

Color and Shape in American Indian Art

Author: Zena Pearlstone

Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 0870993348

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"The current exhibition illustrates the gradual move from traditional design and restrained use of color to eclectic but exuberant design and hgih color during the period from the late eighteenth century to the early twentieth century."--Page 3.


Art and Culture: American Indian Artifacts: 2-D Shapes 6-Pack

Art and Culture: American Indian Artifacts: 2-D Shapes 6-Pack

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Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2017-09-01

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1425855873

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A trip to a museum becomes an adventure in learning geometry! Students will explore mathematics in a meaningful way by examining the geometric shapes and patterns of American Indian artwork. This 6-Pack of grade 4 math readers builds literacy and math content knowledge while introducing students to new concepts and vocabulary terms like parallelogram, rhombus, quadrilateral, scalene, isosceles, and equilateral. Let's Explore Math sidebars, the Problem Solving section, and the mathematical charts and diagrams provide extensive opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. Text features such as a glossary, index, bold print, and a table of contents increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section includes questions that facilitate mathematical discourse and activities that students can respond to at home or school. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.


Art and Culture: American Indian Artifacts: 2-D Shapes

Art and Culture: American Indian Artifacts: 2-D Shapes

Author: Katie McKissick

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2017-09-01

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1425855644

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Students will develop their geometry skills as they study the shapes and patterns in Native American art. This book seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach geometry concepts. Text features include a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to increase students’ vocabulary and reading comprehension skills as they interact with the text. The rigorous practice problems, math charts and diagrams, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they’ve learned to their everyday lives. Math Talk provides an in-depth opportunity for further problem solving.


American Indian Arts

American Indian Arts

Author: Julia Moss Seton

Publisher: New York, Ronald P

Published: 1962

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13:

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"Captures in text and picture the vanishing arts and handicrafts of the Indians of North America, from Florida to Alaska ... Explicit instructions enable the reader to produce decorative and utilitarian objects through the processes employed by the Iroquois, Cheppewa, Hopi, Navaho [Navajo] and many other tribes." Dust jacket. Chapters include: Dwellings -- Clothing -- Weaving -- Leather -- Beading -- Quillwork -- Jewelry -- Basketry -- Pottery and Pipes -- Musical instruments -- Owner sticks and pictorial arts


Native Paths

Native Paths

Author: Janet Catherine Berlo

Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 0870998579

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This catalogue includes 139 Native North American works of art that represent many peoples and a variety of materials and functions, presented here for their aesthetic value.-- Metropolitan Museum of Art website.


North American Indian Arts

North American Indian Arts

Author: Andrew Hunter Whiteford

Publisher: Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press

Published: 2014-02-25

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1466864761

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This eBook is best viewed on a color device. North American Indian Arts is a fascinating introduction to the arts and crafts reflected in the material culture of North American Indians. Knowledge of the skills and techniques developed by the various Native American tribes, and the fine materials produced provides a key to understanding the rich diversity of native cultures. Packed with information and authentic full-color illustrations, this handsome guide will be welcomed by everyone interested in American cultural history.