Celebrate National Women's History Month by Learning About Te Ata

Do you know about Native American storyteller Te Ata?                                     

                                            

Mary Thompson Fisher was an actress, artist, singer, songwriter, politician, and so much more... 

Her life was made into a major motion picture! Preview the trailer and watch the movie to learn more about this famous Native American woman. 

Then, use the activities to learn more about the lady who shared her culture and life with the world:

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Direct students to multigenre media information by visiting the Oklahoma Historical Society article then read an NPR interview about the making of the movie. 

The Smithsonian Newsdesk has an overview of the Chickasaw Nation play based on Te Ata's life. Finally, review the cast list and a plot overview of the movie and fill in the handouts above. 

There is a lot to learn about Mary Fisher, best known as Te Ata! 

Enjoy National Women's History Month!

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