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Students from American Indian Tribal Colleges interview Elders, other students, and community members to provide a Native American perspective on climate change and its effects on their communities.
Funding for Where Words Touch the Earth is provided by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
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Adopting Sustainable Food PracticesHear about how respect for Earth can help us attain a more sustainable lifestyle in the face of climate change in this video segment adapted from United Tribes Technical College. |
6-12 |
Video |
Dendroclimatology in the Navajo NationIn this video segment adapted from Navajo Technical College, meet a dendroclimatologist who studies the relationship between precipitation and tree growth in the Navajo Nation. |
6-12 |
Video |
Healing Mother Earth for Future GenerationsIn this video segment adapted from United Tribes Technical College, meet Native Americans who are concerned about climate change and believe that action today can help future generations once again live in harmony with Earth. |
3-11 |
Video |
Mitigating Climate ChangeIn this video segment adapted from Navajo Technical College, meet a chemistry professor who explains some of the core concepts connected to climate change: carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and emissions from energy use. |
6-12 |
Video |
Native Student Filmmakers Focus on Climate ChangeIn this video segment adapted from Haskell Indian Nations University, student filmmakers explain why it is important to them to make a video about climate change. |
6-12 |
Video |
Navajo Elders' Observations on Climate ChangeIn this video segment adapted from Navajo Technical College, hear about changes in climate and in the natural environment as observed by two Navajo Elders. |
3-12 |
Video |
Navajo Reflections on Climate ChangeIn this video segment adapted from Navajo Technical College, meet two members of the Navajo Nation, one Elder and one scientist, as they share their observations about how precipitation has changed since they were children. |
6-12 |
Video |
North Dakota Tribal Members Talk About Climate ChangeIn this video segment about climate change adapted from United Tribes Technical College, members of several Native American tribes discuss their observations about how the seasons are changing and share their concerns and hopes for the future. |
3-12 |
Video |
Observing Changes in SnowfallLearn how snowfall happening later in the year than usual is impacting cultural practices in this video segment about climate change adapted from the College of Menominee Nation. |
5-12 |
Video |
Observing Changes in Water ResourcesIn this video segment adapted from the College of Menominee Nation, tribal members observe lower water levels in lakes and streams and call for global, collaborative solutions to address climate change. |
6-12 |
Video |
Overstepping Mother Earth's BoundariesHave we overstepped Mother Earth's boundaries? What are the consequences? In this video segment adapted from Haskell Indian Nations University, hear a Native perspective on our relationship with the natural environment. |
3-12 |
Video |
Reconnecting with Your EnvironmentIn this media-rich activity designed for teacher professional development, take a nature walk to observe aspects of your local environment, then plan an activity for students that will help them better understand their own surroundings and how they interact with the natural world. |
6-12 |
Self-paced Lesson |
Salmon Move into Deeper WatersFor generations, Native Americans have depended on their observations of nature for their survival. In this video segment adapted from Northwest Indian College, an Elder recalls how fishermen suspected the water was warming after observing salmon retreating to deeper waters. |
6-12 |
Video |
Salmon Population DepletedIn this video segment adapted from Northwest Indian College, Lummi Elders explain how a decline in the availability of salmon reflects a threatened environment that must in some way be protected. |
6-12 |
Video |
The Seasons Are MovingIn this video segment adapted from the College of Menominee Nation, tribal members share examples of how seasons are changing, and how these changes are affecting local plants. |
6-12 |
Video |
Sense of Smell Leads Salmon HomeThis video segment adapted from Northwest Indian College reveals how Native American life and knowledge is connected to natural cycles. |
6-12 |
Video |
Warmer Water Kills Salmon EggsIn this video segment adapted from Northwest Indian College, a Native American Elder explains her observation that a temperature rise of just 3°F is killing salmon eggs. |
6-12 |
Video |
Warming Climate and Invasive SpeciesIn this video segment adapted from the College of Menominee Nation, learn about the emergence of invasive forest species and diseases and their possible impact on the Menominee tribal forest. |
6-12 |
Video |
WetlandsIn this video segment adapted from Haskell Indian Nations University, learn about the spiritual role and ecological function of the wetlands adjacent to the university's campus. |
6-12 |
Video |
Why Does Climate Change Matter?In this video segment adapted from United Tribes Technical College, listen as six Native American students share their concerns, hopes, and knowledge about climate change. |
3-12 |
Video |
Witnessing Environmental ChangesIn this video segment adapted from Haskell Indian Nations University, meet Elders who describe dramatic changes that they have witnessed in their local environments. |
3-12 |
Video |
