At-Home Anthro LIVE

How do you remember important events in your family or community? Wampum belts are used by the Lenape and other Indigenous people of the Eastern Woodlands to record important events, forge relationships, and share stories. White and purple beads are made from clam or welk shells and woven together by hand to create these symbolic documents. Students will learn more about the traditional practice of making wampum belts and create a design that represents an important event in their family, school, or community.

Recommended Materials: Blank sheet of paper, a writing utensil, and coloring materials.