Who are the Huichol?
Today, in class, you learned about a group of native people called the "Huichol" indians. They lived in the Sierra Madre mountains of Mexico and followed a different and slightly more complex system of beliefs than we do today. Use the links below to explore and learn more about the group.
Then, please complete this activity at the end by answering the questions in English. This activity must be turned in on Wednesday, Dec. 4 in Spanish class.
Then, please complete this activity at the end by answering the questions in English. This activity must be turned in on Wednesday, Dec. 4 in Spanish class.
Who are the Huichol? - Learn more about who the Huichol are, where they live, and some of their beliefs. (Hint: Use for questions 1 2, and 3 on hw).
Kupuri - See more about this idea that everything is alive and has a soul. You will have to view the whole page and get past the paintings that are for sale. (Hint: Use for questions 4,5, and 6 on hw.)
Yarn Paintings - View some of the creations by this group. (Hint: Use for question 7)
Excerpt from Tunuri and the Blue Deer (Hint: Use for other questions on the handout)
Excerpt and info on So Sings the Blue Deer - A connection to literature (Hint: Use for other questions on the handout)
Symbols Explained - What are the symbols the Huichol use in their art and literature? (Hint: Use for other questions on the handout)
Remember, you might not find all the answers to the questions. Just do your best!
Kupuri - See more about this idea that everything is alive and has a soul. You will have to view the whole page and get past the paintings that are for sale. (Hint: Use for questions 4,5, and 6 on hw.)
Yarn Paintings - View some of the creations by this group. (Hint: Use for question 7)
Excerpt from Tunuri and the Blue Deer (Hint: Use for other questions on the handout)
Excerpt and info on So Sings the Blue Deer - A connection to literature (Hint: Use for other questions on the handout)
Symbols Explained - What are the symbols the Huichol use in their art and literature? (Hint: Use for other questions on the handout)
Remember, you might not find all the answers to the questions. Just do your best!