This November, join us in exploring the voices, stories, and cultures of the First Peoples of North America.

Through hands-on activities, storytelling, art, literacy, science, exploration, and reflection, families and educators are invited to explore this month's inquiry question — discovering how Indigenous knowledge, tradition, and innovation has shaped and continues to enrich the world we share.

November's Inquiry
Question

Whose stories shaped the lands we call North America — and how can we, as Chicagoans, honor and continue their legacy today?

Curiosity Study: Choose Your Adventure!

Choose from the books, adventures, experiments, crafts, and other learning resources to explore our inquiry question of the month.

A curated list of books about and written by Native American authors to spark discussion, writing, creativity, and adventures. Each book is listed with recommended activities and places to visit to deepen understanding and connection.

Week 2

WHO WERE THE FIRST PEOPLES OF ILLINOIS?

Week 3

THANKSGIVING PERSPECTIVES - HOW DOES WHO IS TELLING A STORY IMPACT ITS MESSAGE?

Week 4

HOW DO WE CARRY ON THE LEGACY OF THOSE WHO INHABITED AND CONTINUE TO INHABIT WHERE WE CALL HOME?