Ojibwe Teachings: Part 2 Traditional Teachings

The Lac Vieux Desert tribe’s efforts to teach their expressive traditions of beadwork and Anishinaabemowin, the Ojibwe language. Terry Fox discusses the value of making one’s own regalia: “It means more to you if you make it yourself or if you make it for someone that you love.” Traditional norms associated with Ojibwe language teachings are expressed by Niigaannosh, the late Archie McGeshick Sr. Jim Williams Sr. requests more frequent translations of Ojibwe language public prayers. Some parents face the embarrassing problem of not knowing their own tribal traditions and not being in a position to teach their own children.