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Recommended Totem Pole References and Resources for Young Children

Paper Totem Pole resources - free and copyrighted

Recommended Totem Pole Reading & Research Material Page # 1

Totem poles exist primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and British Columbia areas

The first totem poles were carved from mature cedar and used by family-clans in Potlatch ceremonies.

Each totem pole contains carved emblems of the family and tell a story to remind members of their family history.

Recommended Books About Pacific Northwest, Alaska and British Columbia Totem Poles

These are very good book resources for learning about totem poles and native cultures.

These links go to Amazon.com where you can find these books both new for gift quality and used for greater savings.

North American Totem Poles
North American Totem Poles: Secrets and Symbols of North America
Totem Poles
Totem Poles (Culture and History Superguides)
Totem Poles of the Pacific Northwest Coast
Totem Poles of the Pacific Northwest Coast
Looking at Totem Poles
Looking at Totem Poles

Craft Kit: Geeperz Southwest Ceremonial Masks Craft Kit (Makes 25)

Internet Totem Pole Links to Good Learning Resources

Good internet resources for learning about or purchasing Native American totem poles. All links will open in a new window.