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2615: Integrating Native Stories, Art, Culture, and Games Into K–5 Learning


  • Heritage Inn 1700 Fox Farm Road Great Falls, MT, 59404 United States (map)

2615: Integrating Native Stories, Art, Culture, and Games Into K–5 Learning

  • Instructor: Mona Shortman

Did you know that OPI sends high‑quality Native American literature directly to your school library? Many teachers aren’t aware these resources are already on their shelves — and this workshop is designed to help you make the most of them! This two‑day, hands‑on class will show you how to use the literature you already have, along with other free resources, use the GTCC curriculum for grades K–5, while honoring the intent of Indian Education for All (IEFA).

Participants will:

  • Explore the OPI‑provided literature already available in their libraries

  • Connect Native American texts to Math, Art, Social Studies, Language Arts, and more

  • Access free, classroom‑ready resources from OPI and other trusted sources

  • Build lessons that integrate into existing units

  • Learn and play traditional Native American games

  • Create culturally respectful art projects

  • Leave with practical tools, strategies, and confidence to teach Native content accurately and meaningfully

This isn’t a sit‑and‑get workshop! You’ll be moving, creating, and collaborating. From art make‑and‑takes to interactive games, you’ll gather a collection of ready‑to‑use materials that bring Native perspectives to life in authentic, respectful ways.

Earlier Event: July 13
2614: MAST Mysteries and Assessment Auditing Unlocked!
Later Event: July 20
2616: Think It! Read It! Build It!