Navajo Clan Wheel Chart

November 25, 2014 by
Navajo Clan Wheel Chart

Navajo Clan Wheel Chart

Help students become familiar with their clans. The clan wheel can help students identify family relationships and connections.

Clan Wheel measures 19″ in diameter and has three layers made with sturdy railroad board. A heavy grommet hold the wheel together. The names of Related clans can be lined-up and displayed in the cut-out window.

Ordering Information

Cost $15.00 USD

San Juan School District
Heritage Language Resource Center
28 West 200 North
Phone: 435-678-1230
FAX: 435-678-1283
Store Hours: 9:00 – 4:30
Monday through Thursday
Email: rstoneman@sjsd.org

Online order at this Website: media.sjsd.org

We accept purchase orders, credit cards, and checks.
We bill only for items shipped and actual cost of shipping.
Personal orders ship after payment is received.
Please estimate 10% of purchase total for shipping cost.

This Navajo Clan Wheel can be used with the Navajo Clan Legends Poster and the Clan Legends book.

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The Sheep – Navajo Language Lesson

November 24, 2014 by
The Sheep - Navajo Language Lesson

The Sheep – Navajo Language Lesson

THE SHEEP

Of all the kinds of sheep,
Navaho sheep give the best wool for weaving.
My mother says that is why they are Navaho sheep, because they know best the needs of The People.

DIBÉ

Dibé ‘altas’éígóó, diné bidibéhígíí ‘ííghisíí bighaa’ bee yá’átééhgo ‘atló.
Shimá ‘qjíní “Diné bá ‘ádahoot’éegi díí dibé bil béédahózin, ‘éí baah diné la’ dabili´i´’.”

From:
Little Herder In Autumn
by Ann Clark
United States Department Of The Interior
Illustrated By Hoke Denetsosie

Little Herder – Navajo Language Lessons

Story Telling – Navajo Language Lesson
Build a Fire – Navajo Language Lesson
Little Lambs – Navajo Language Lesson
Field – Navajo Language Lesson
The Waterhole – Navajo Language Lesson
The Puppy – Navajo Language Lesson
Sheep Corral – Navajo Language Lesson
Possessions – Navajo Language Lesson
Breakfast – Little Herder Story
The Sing – Navajo Language Lesson
Going To The Sing – Navajo Language Lesson
Sleep – Navajo Language Lesson
Supper – Navajo Language Lesson
Father Comes Back – Navajo Language Lesson
Shoveling Snow – Navajo Language Lesson
The Dogs are Hungry – Navajo Language Lesson
There Is No Food – Navajo Story

More Navajo language links:

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Navajo Clan Legends Poster

November 21, 2014 by
Navajo Clan Legends Poster

Navajo Clan Legends Poster

Dóon’è Baa Hane’

Navajo Clan Legends Poster

Display the traditional Narrative depicting the way in which Changing Woman created the Four Original Clans. Mountains, plants, Clan Journey Stories, and Protection Animals associated with the Clans.

This beautiful poster was created from illustrations by Theresa Breznau. Changing Woman is at the center, encircled by a rainbow yei and framed by the four sacred mountains. The four original clans, Bitterwater, Mud people, Towering House, and One Walks Around You, their associations and descriptions, surround the rainbow. The posters are in full-color and laminated.

This poster can be used with the Navajo Clan Wheel and the Clan Legends book.

Laminated on heavy cardstock.

This poster can be purchased in two sizes:

11″ x 17″ – $2.00
18″ x 22″ – $6.00

Ordering Information

San Juan School District
Heritage Language Resource Center
28 West 200 North
Phone: 435-678-1230
FAX: 435-678-1283
Store Hours: 9:00 – 4:30
Monday through Thursday
Email: rstoneman@sjsd.org

Online order at this Website: media.sjsd.org

We accept purchase orders, credit cards, and checks.
We bill only for items shipped and actual cost of shipping.
Personal orders ship after payment is received.
Please estimate 10% of purchase total for shipping cost.

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Haíínèí – Navajo Creation Story

November 17, 2014 by

Lesson 5 Haíínèí

A Navajo Language Lesson

Learn Diné Bizaad

Lesson 5 Haíínèí - Navajo Creation Story

Lesson 5 Haíínèí – Navajo Creation Story

Video for Language Lesson 5 Haíínèí
Presenter Clayton Long

Dííjí Hajíínèí baah hashne’ dooleel.
Today I will tell you about the Navajo Creation Story

More on the Navajo Creation Story

The First World “Nihodilhil” (Black World)

Nihodootlizh – Second World (Blue World)

 Nihaltsoh -The third World (Yellow World)

 Nihalgai – The Fourth, Glittering or White World

 

Creation Story Poster Set of Four

This poster set illustrates and explains the Creation Narrative in simple, design and text.
Each poster depicts the beings and landmarks associated with that World.
Illustrations by Theresa Breznau.
17” x 22” laminated on heavy cardstock.
Sold as a set for $24.00
Also available individually for $6.00 each

To Purchase:
Heritage Language Resource Center
Navajo and Ute Language Resources
28 West 20 North
Blanding, Utah 8451
435 -678 -1230
Website: media.sjsd.org

Navajo Language Lesson links

Clayton Long – Instructor
Clayton Long YouTube Channel
Navajo Language Lessons Page
Navajo Language Lessons YouTube Channel
Navajo People Language Page
Heritage Language Resource Center
Harold Carey Jr – Computer Teacher

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The Horses – Navajo Language Lesson

November 14, 2014 by

 

The Horses - Navajo Language Lesson

The Horses – Navajo Language Lesson

The Horses 

I see my father’s horses running in the wind.
Shizhéé bilii níyol yighi’ naanáájahgo nésh’i.

I feel little standing here when the wind and the horses run by.
Lii shíighahgóó níyol yii chínájahgo ‘ánístsíísí yee’ nahalin kodóó séziigo.

Horse

Horse

From:
Little Herder In Autumn
by Ann Clark
United States Department Of The Interior
Illustrated By Hoke Denetsosie

Little Herder – Navajo Language Lessons

Story Telling – Navajo Language Lesson
Build a Fire – Navajo Language Lesson
Little Lambs – Navajo Language Lesson
Field – Navajo Language Lesson
The Waterhole – Navajo Language Lesson
The Puppy – Navajo Language Lesson
Sheep Corral – Navajo Language Lesson
Possessions – Navajo Language Lesson
Breakfast – Little Herder Story
The Sing – Navajo Language Lesson
Going To The Sing – Navajo Language Lesson
Sleep – Navajo Language Lesson
Supper – Navajo Language Lesson
Father Comes Back – Navajo Language Lesson
Shoveling Snow – Navajo Language Lesson
The Dogs are Hungry – Navajo Language Lesson
There Is No Food – Navajo Story

More Navajo language links:

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Legend of the First Dog

November 13, 2014 by

Altse Leechaa’i Baa Hane’

Legend of the First Dog Altse Leechaa'i Baa Hane'

Legend of the First Dog
Altse Leechaa’i Baa Hane’

Story told in The Navajo Language (Diné Bizaad)

Legend of the First Dog

Legend of the First Dog color drawing by Charles Yanito.

This is a touching, traditional story explaining the way that First Dog was granted an important role in Navajo culture, as a friend and protector.

Charles Yanito artist and illustrator
 Charles Yanito artist and illustrator

Charles Yanito was born in Bluff, Utah to the Tl’ash chii and the Toh dich’iinih clans. He attended the lnstitute of American lndian Arts and holds degrees from the College of Eastern Utah and Utah State University. He has exhibited his works in numerous galleries and regional art festivals. His illushations can be seen in many San Juan Schools Heritage Language Resource Centor publlcaflons, Currenfly, Charles resides in Bear, Delaware with his famlly.

The story was translated by Lucille Hunt and illustrated with lovable, color drawings by Charles Yanito. The story is in Navajo Language only. Reading comprehension questions in the back of book. This book includes a companion audio CD in Navajo Language.

14pp, paperback, 8.5 x 11″

Legend of the First Dog

Legend of the First Dog

Ordering Information

$5.00 USD

San Juan School District
Heritage Language Resource Center
28 West 200 North
Phone: 435-678-1230
FAX: 435-678-1283
Store Hours: 9:00 – 4:30
Monday through Thursday
Email: rstoneman@sjsd.org

Online order at this Website: media.sjsd.org

We accept purchase orders, credit cards, and checks.
We bill only for items shipped and actual cost of shipping.
Personal orders ship after payment is received.
Please estimate 10% of purchase total for shipping cost.

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Dinè Bingo History and Tradition

November 11, 2014 by

Dinè Bingo is an excellent way to have fun while building Navajo Language vocabulary and expanding cultural knowledge.

Dine Bingo History Card

Dine Bingo History Card

Each game set includes 15, 8.5″ x 11″ playing cards, enough for 15 students to play at one time. Printed on heavy cardstock and laminated.

Each game introduces 50 vocabulary words. Also included are sturdy hardboard tokens, master word chart, tray, and instructions, all stored in a durable box.

Dine Bingo History Vocabulary list

Dine Bingo History Vocabulary list

Dinè Bingo History and Tradition includes the following Navajo vocabulary words: abalone, bear, “Bitter Water” Clan, black, black ant, blue, Changing Woman, cornpollen, coyote, eagle feather, east, First Man, First Woman, First World, First World insects, Fourth World, “He Walks Around You” Clan, hogan, jet, lizard, locust, medicine bundle, mountain lion, “Mud People” Clan, Navajo Twins (names), north, porcupine, puberty ceremony, rabbit, red ant, rug, sand painting, sash belt, Second World, Second World birds, shoe game, skunk, south, stars, sweathouse, Third World, “Towering House” Clan, turkey, turquoise, wedding basket, west, white, white shell, yellow, yellow ant.

Bingo Place Card

Bingo Place Card

Ordering Information

Price $12.00 USD

San Juan School District
Heritage Language Resource Center
28 West 200 North
Phone: 435-678-1230
FAX: 435-678-1283
Store Hours: 9:00 – 4:30
Monday through Thursday
Email: rstoneman@sjsd.org

Online order at this Website: media.sjsd.org

We accept purchase orders, credit cards, and checks.
We bill only for items shipped and actual cost of shipping.
Personal orders ship after payment is received.
Please estimate 10% of purchase total for shipping cost.

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Story of the Navajo Sweat Lodge

November 10, 2014 by
The Story of the Navajo Sweat Lodge Book

The Story of the Navajo Sweat Lodge Book

Tacheeh Baa Hane’

The Story of the Navajo Sweat Lodge Book

 

Tacheeh Baa Hane’ (Tacheeh refers to “good” or “well” or “to go into”) relates the teaching of the “Sweat Lodge.” The teaching was given to the Dine by the Holy People.

Navajo Sweat Lodge

Navajo Sweat Lodge

This bilingual (English and Navajo) book was written and illustrated by Don Mose, Jr and has 20 pages. In addition to the history and narrative, the book contains photographs of a sweat house construction.

Navajo Sweat Lodge-1

Navajo Sweat Lodge

 

Ordering Information

Paperback and spiral bound in black, sepia, white
Price $4.50 USD

San Juan School District
Heritage Language Resource Center
28 West 200 North
Phone: 435-678-1230
FAX: 435-678-1283
Store Hours: 9:00 – 4:30
Monday through Thursday
Email: rstoneman@sjsd.org

Online order at this Website: media.sjsd.org

We accept purchase orders, credit cards, and checks.
We bill only for items shipped and actual cost of shipping.
Personal orders ship after payment is received.
Please estimate 10% of purchase total for shipping cost.

More about Navajo Hogans, Homes, and Sweat Lodges

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My Father – Navajo Language Lesson

November 7, 2014 by
My Father - Shizhéé

My Father – Shizhéé

My Father
My father is tall.
He is strong.He is brave.
He hunts and he rides and he sings.
He coaxes the corn and the squash plants to grow out of the sand-dry earth.

Shizhéé
Shizhéé nineez. ‘Ayóigo bidziil.
Dóó doo náldzid da.
Naalzheeh, dóó liinabigké dóó ni’t’a
Bizaadk’ehgo naada´a´ dóó na’na’aghízíbit’aa t’áá hóóltsaiigi hadahiniséh

My father has magic in his fingertips.
He can turn flat pieces of silver into things of beauty.
Sometimes I hide in the wide folds of my mother’s skirts and look out at my father.

Shizhé’é bila’ biláatahdóó ‘álíí hólo´.
‘Eí beesh ligaii táadoo le’é danizhóníyígíí ‘ádeile’.
Lahda shimá bitl’aakal bighi’ nínádísht’iihgo shizhé’e nesh’ii leh.

From:
Little Herder In Autumn
by Ann Clark
United States Department Of The Interior
Illustrated By Hoke Denetsosie

Little Herder – Navajo Language Lessons

Story Telling – Navajo Language Lesson
Build a Fire – Navajo Language Lesson
Little Lambs – Navajo Language Lesson
Field – Navajo Language Lesson
The Waterhole – Navajo Language Lesson
The Puppy – Navajo Language Lesson
Sheep Corral – Navajo Language Lesson
Possessions – Navajo Language Lesson
Breakfast – Little Herder Story
The Sing – Navajo Language Lesson
Going To The Sing – Navajo Language Lesson
Sleep – Navajo Language Lesson
Supper – Navajo Language Lesson
Father Comes Back – Navajo Language Lesson
Shoveling Snow – Navajo Language Lesson
The Dogs are Hungry – Navajo Language Lesson
There Is No Food – Navajo Story

More Navajo language links:

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The Eagle Can Fly – Atsa Dahdiit’a’

November 5, 2014 by
The Eagle Can Fly - Atsa Dahdiit'a' Book Cover

The Eagle Can Fly – Atsa Dahdiit’a’ Book Cover

Written by Lucille Mescale Hunt and Illustrated by Charles Yanito

This book presents the charming story of a young eagle and how he learns to use his wings to become self-reliant and successful in the world. The text is in both Navajo language and English. The book is colorfully illustrated with delightful paintings that children will love.

The Eagle Can Fly

60 pages (includes both Navajo and English languages)
This book is appropriate for 3rd -5th grade English and 3rd grade and above for Navajo language readers.
Paperback with full-color illustrations

Ordering Information

$10.00 USD

San Juan School District
Heritage Language Resource Center
28 West 200 North
Phone: 435-678-1230
FAX: 435-678-1283
Store Hours: 9:00 – 4:30
Monday through Thursday
Email: rstoneman@sjsd.org

Online order at this Website: media.sjsd.org

We accept purchase orders, credit cards, and checks.
We bill only for items shipped and actual cost of shipping.
Personal orders ship after payment is received.
Please estimate 10% of purchase total for shipping cost.

 

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