The Beginning Dakota/Tokaheya Dakota Iapi Kin workbook provides
exercises for building vocabulary, practicing conversation, and reading
and writing about Dakota history. Now a brand-new teacher's edition
offers further support through a full answer key, classroom activities,
quizzes, and worksheets that will equip teachers with tested strategies
to engage and educate students of the Dakota language.
Nicolette Knudson and Jody Snow along with revered elder Clifford Canku
share their expertise through activities that organize the language at
its most basic level. Twenty-four lesson plans build on each other and
use cultural and historical information to increase understanding of the
Dakota language and world view. Exercises, including additional
worksheets and suggested activities, offer opportunities to practice the
language and enhance comprehension. With these features and more, this
teacher's edition is an invaluable tool for instructors at all levels.