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Native American Indian Symbols & Symbolism

Native American symbols have been used for generations to communicate thoughts, expressions and beliefs. From prehistoric rock drawings, called petroglyphs and pictographs, to the use of symbols incorporated into jewelry and craft designs. Because there were very few Native Americans written languages (one of the few, the Cherokee written language was invented by Sequoya), images used as symbols were extremely important.

For more in-depth symbolism on hummingbirds and butterflies.

Many of the images below can be found used in Navajo and Zuni jewelry.

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	CHEROKEE CLOTHING Stimulating activities for all ages. Each page features traditional Cherokee clothing and accessories. Accompanying the pictures are descriptions of how these items were used and decorated. Activities include matching, word finds, mazes, same/different, word completion and creating designs. 31 pages. $4.95 + $2.95 shipping.
	CHEROKEE MASKS Long ago Cherokee dancers would dance, and through dancing tell stories about the tribe. They wrapped themselves in colorful blankets and wore masks to represent people, feelings and animals that shared their world. The most popular Cherokee masks are represented here for children to color and do lessons in matching, mazes, completing sentences, connecting dots, counting, spelling and more. For children 5-8 years. 30 pages $4.95 + $2.95 shipping.
	DREAM CATCHER DECAL Dream Catcher "stained glass" decal. A removable, adhesive free decal for use on glass. "Only when the dream catcher is held sacred through prayer, reflection and focus will it manifest its sacred gifts." $7.95 + $0.95 shipping.
	NATIVE AMERICAN GAMES AND STORIES Now you can learn to play authentic Native American games! An important belief of many Native Americans is that you can learn while you play and play while you learn. Readers will be able to pore over intriguing stories, immerse themselves in Native American understandings and get to play fun-filled games. 82 pages. $12.95 + $2.95 shipping.
	GREAT NATIVE AMERICANS COLORING BOOK A teaching coloring book featuring four centuries of Native American leaders who are depicted in historical settings or posing with tribal accoutrements. In this carefully researched book, 42 outstanding and extraordinary Native Americans who lived during the 17th through the 20th centuries are portrayed. 47 pages. $3.95 + $2.95 shipping.
	THE AMERICAN INDIAN COLORING BOOK This coloring book represents 10 different parts of Indian life and some of the animals familiar to the hunting days of the great tribes. $5.50 + $2.95 shipping.
	INDIAN DESIGNS These designs are wonderful for use in craft projects, as quilt patterns, appliqué, needlepoint, stitchery, clothing machine and hand embroidery and multiple other uses. The designs are primarily adaptations from the rich fabrics of Indian designs of the greater American southwest which are taken from pottery, basketry, and ceremonials. 48 pages. $9.95 + $2.95 shipping.
	AMERICAN INDIAN GAMES All over the world, people play games for many reasons. Most people play games because they are fun. But games also can build strong bodies and teach people about sharing and taking turns. This book is the story about why and how Native American games are played. 43 pages. $6.95 + $2.95 shipping.
	MEDICINE BEAR DECAL Medicine Bear "stained glass" decal. A removable, adhesive free decal for use on glass. "In the profound heart of the Medicine Bear is spiritual power and healing." $7.95 + $0.95shipping.
	MEDICINE WHEEL DECAL Medicine Wheel "stained glass" decal. A removable, adhesive free decal for use on glass. "All life is symbolized in the Medicine Wheel as unity in diversity." $7.95 + $0.95 shipping.
	NORTH AMERICAN INDIAN DESIGNS FOR ARTISTS This ample, and carefully researched book contains more than 360 striking copyright free designs, each meticulously rendered from embellishments on Indian baskets, pottery, blankets, clothing, carvings, paintings, metalwork, or other artifacts in various museums and private collections. The illustrations span 2,000 years. The author also provides an informative introduction and notes on the designs give dates and more. 100 pages. $12.95 + s$2.95 hipping.
	THE SOUL WOULD HAVE NO RAINBOW IF THE EYES HAD NO TEARS Over 300 Native American proverbs and sayings of time-honored truth and contemporary wisdom from various Native American tribes. 128 pages. $10.00 + $2.95 shipping.
	THE POWER OF EAGLES An easy to read book that is packed with stories, anecdotes, quotes, and provocative questions that will illuminate timeless principles in chapters such as: Symbolism, Courage, Loyalty, Vision, Native American Cultures, and many more. $18.00 + $2.95 shipping
	THE WISDOM OF WOLVES The reader will be inspired by well-researched stories depicting the fascinating organizational life of the majestic wolf pack. Woven together is a unique combination of poignant quotes, personal anecdotes, organizational examples and provocative questions and lessons from nature's way in such chapters as Teamwork, Patience, Curiosity, Attitude and more. $18.00 + $2.95 shipping

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There are many other symbols that are used:

HUMMINGBIRD....joy, healing, soul carrier or sunkisser

For more in depth information on the hummingbird, go to hummingbirds

KOKOPELLI....According to the many stories about him, this humped-back flute player has a bag of songs on his back and is said to travel from village to village. His songs bring fertility to the crops, to women who desire to have children; he entertains the children and his songs also bring healing and love.