Traditional Beading & Sewing
Kit Lessons
Dentalium Shells & Maqaq Game
Students will learn about Dentalium shells and how beads were used for trade. They will learn to play a game and make designs with the shells. Extension activities are included for music and art/writing.
Sewing Kit
Kakivik or "sewing bag" usually held woman’s needles, thimble, sinew thread, and a small knife. Some men would also carry them to repair clothing or kayaks. Children will learn what a kakivik is and how to take care of the tools inside. Activity extensions are included for a nature walk and a read-aloud using Teri Sloan's book "Berry Magic".
Using Beads to Make Color Patterns
Students will continue to use their kakivik ("sewing bag"), using beads to learn about beading, colors, and patterning. Extension activities are included for a fine motor jewelry station, nature walk and the writing center.
Native Language — Relevant Vocabulary
English
Dena'ina
Sugt'stun
Yu'pik
01 – One
02 – Two
03 – Three
04 – Four
05 – Five
06 – Six
07 – Seven
08 – Eight
09 – Nine
10 – Ten
Related Alaska Children’s Literature
Molly’s Awesome Alaska Guide