We Belong to the Drum Muckleshoot Louise hopes to create an

Louise hopes to create an independent life for herself and an improved future for her family—but three persistent men have other plans

ninth grade

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devised a clever plan to steal fire

the Oceti Sakowin (the Dakota

We Belong to the Drum Muckleshoot Louise hopes to create anNikosis grew up going to powwows with his family, happily immersed in music, dance and the sounds of the drum. But when he starts going to daycare, he doesnt feel like he belongs. Nikosis cries every time his mother leaves him in the unfamiliar environment until, one day, she and the teachers use drums to help Nikosis find connection and comfort. Inspired by her sons experienceand her family's love of powwow music and danceIndigenous educator and