Instructions
Learn about totem poles and their significance in Native American cultures. Complete the activities below.
1. What is a Totem Pole?
A totem pole is a tall structure carved from wood, often featuring various symbols and images. Write a short description in your own words.
2. Cultural Significance
Tell why totem poles are important to the Native American cultures. What do they represent?
3. Different Creatures
Research and list three different animals that might be found on a totem pole and what they symbolize.
- Animal:
- Symbolism:
- Animal:
- Symbolism:
- Animal:
- Symbolism:
4. Create Your Own Totem
Draw your own totem pole! Include at least three animals and write a sentence about what each animal represents.
5. Totem Pole Vocabulary
Match the words to their meanings:
- 1. Totem
- 2. Carving
- 3. Symbol