Traditional Harvest in New Mexico

Here are some questions and activities. Choose two or three to explore:

1. What are some traditional crops grown in New Mexico?
2. How do the traditional cultures (Native American, Hispanic, Anglo-American) of New Mexico celebrate harvest?
3. What are some of the similarities and differences between these celebrations?
4. There are a number of pueblos and reservations in New Mexico. Describe some of Native American harvest celebrations.
5. How did the early Anglo settlers celebrate harvest? Did some of their traditions come from else where?
6. What contributions do the migrant workers bring to harvests?
7. Collect some harvest stories from each major culture in New Mexico.
8. Send a message to students who live in the Santa Clara Pueblo about their harvest celebrations. Send e-mail to Robin.

Resources

Web sites

• Pueblo Harvest
• Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
• Azteca Web Page
• Native American Cultural Resources on the Internet
• Latino/Hispanic Resources
• Fiery Foods Super Site
• Chile Pepper Magazine
• NM College of Agriculture & Home Economics Expertise Guide
• Yahooligans

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