Indigenous Learning Resources and Opportunities

In honor of Native American Heritage Month we would like to recommend the following excellent Indigenous Learning Resources.

These are all made available on the recommendation of Indigenous staff, advisors and partners, and are all written, created, developed and offered by Indigenous authors, educators and artists, and offered in partnership with a variety of Indigenous publishers, partners and organizations.

Workshops & Courses for Educators

1. 4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning
2. Indigenous Language Learning Courses
3. Online Courses & Workshops

Books for Adults

1. Native Science: Natural Laws of Interdependence by Dr. Gregory Cajete
2. Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer
3. The Serviceberry: An Economy of Gifts and Abundance by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer

Resources for Educators

1. Heartbeat of the Earth: A Handbook on Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings
2. Natural Curiosity: The Importance of Indigenous Perspectives in Children’s Environmental Inquiry
3. Wayi Wah! Indigenous Pedagogies: An Act for Reconciliation and Anti-Racist Education 

Resources for Secondary/Post-Secondary Learners

1. Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults
2. The Journey Forward: 2 Novellas on Reconciliation for Youth
3. Groundswell: Indigenous Knowledge and a Call to Action for Climate Change

Resources for Intermediate/Middle School Learners

1. Walking Together: Two-Eyed Seeing Children’s Book
2. We Are All Connected Indigenous Biodiversity Book Bundle
3. Pacific Northwest Plant Cards

Resources for Primary/Early Years Learners

1. Indigenous Learning Bundle: Animals Care for Mother Earth
2. Together We Drum, Our Hearts Beat As One
3. Indigenous Finger Puppet Animal Set

View ALL Indigenous Learning Resources

As always, 100% of proceeds from The Outdoor Learning School & Store goes back into supporting non-profit initiatives, including Indigenous Learning initiatives.

To extend your learning even further, we have compiled this list of 21 actions recommended by Indigenous staff, advisors and partners as a way for you to deepen your understanding and undertake meaningful action.