Information about the Diné (Navajo People), Language, History, and Culture
Ashiikè Naakií baa hashne’ dooleel.
Navajo Language Lessons YouTube Channel
Lavishly illustrated with the world-class artwork of Charles Yanito. (37 illustrations)
Raising the Twins
Spider Woman Prepares the Twins
Journey to the Father on the Holy Trail
Sun Bearer Challenges the Twins
The Sweat Lodge
The Weapons
The Sacred Mountains
Holy Beings Teach the Twins
The Twins Kill the Monsters
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Don Mose, Jr., traditional storytellerDon Mose, Jr. is a member of the Diné Nation, originally from the small reservation community of pinon, Arizona. Storylling has always been an important part of Don,s life. As a boy, Don listened to his Grandfather and his Aunt as they related the timeless history and narratives of the Diné. Don has commjtted his life’s work to sharing these traditional stories with the younger generations. ln his quest to keep the flames of Diné culture alive, Don has been inspired by the traditional people of the far north, the Athabascan relatives he met on his journeys to Siberia and the Yukon. lt is Don’s desire that these stories be used to help students. |
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Charles Yanito artist and illustratorCharles 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 twins were on their way, together again. As they reached the foot of the mountain, they saw
an old woman. She walked slowly towards them, leaning on her cane. Everything her was old, her wrinkled face, her thin arms, her bent back. She looked so tired, and she even spoke slowly, with a quaver in her voice. “So, you are the warrior boys. Whst brings you to Dibe Nitsaa?”
Navajo Old Age Illustration by Charles Yanit
Book measures 8.5 “ x 11”
Spiral Bound for easy reading
Initial introductory printing — soft cover — $35.00
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
The posters are Available in 2 sizes:
17” x 22” – $7.00 each or $25.00 for the 4 poster set
11” x 14” – $3.00 each or $10.00 for the 4 poster set
The Holy Beings Teach the Navajo Twins Poster
The Holy Beings Teach the Navajo Twins Poster
The Navajo Hero Twins Receive Their Weapons
Navajo Winter Storytelling Poster
Recounting the Journeys of the Navajo Hero Twins
Navajo People Website Links:
Navajo Culture – Navajo History – Navajo Art – Navajo Clothing Navajo Pictures – Navajo Rugs – Navajo Language– Navajo Jewelry – Navajo Code Talker – Navajo Pottery – Navajo Legends – Hogan’s – Sand Painting – Navajo Food – Navajo News – Navajo Nation
Canyon de Chelly (pronounced “dee shay”) was authorized in 1931 by President Herbert Hoover as a National Monument in large measure to preserve the important archeological resources that span more than 4,000 years of human occupation.
The agreement left most of the landscape as the property of the Navajo Nation. About 40-50 Navajo families that own land on the canyon floor, continue to farm that land, raise livestock there in summer, and guide tours. They now grow Corn, squash, tomatoes, cherries, pears and apricots in the Valley. Cattle and horses roam some of the fields.
For nearly 5,000 years the main and side canyons of Canyon de Chelly have been occupied, the longest continuous stretch of habitation on the Colorado Plateau, according to the Park Service.
No Entrance Fee
There is no fee for park entrance; however, the park does appreciate donations. Donations can be dropped in the donation box inside the visitor center.
The Visitor Center is open daily all year from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., except for Christmas Day.
Suggestions If You Just Have:
2 Hours – Visit all 7 overlooks on South Rim Drive OR visit all 3 overlooks on North Rim Drive.
1/2 Day – Visit all 10 overlooks on South and North Rim Drive OR Visit the South Rim Drive and hike the White House Trail OR join a half day guided tour.
1 Day – Visit all 10 overlooks on South and North Rim Drives plus hike the White House Trail OR visit all 10 overlooks plus join a half day guided tour OR join an all-day guided tour.
2 Days – Visit all 10 overlooks on the South and North Rim Drives, hike the White House Trail AND join an all-day guided tour.
