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SUMMARY:STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ June 2 | 🕥 10:30 AM | 📍 Museum Bookstore | 🎟️ Free Admission \nJoin us for the return of Story Time with Uŋčí & Lalá with a special reading of The Raccoon and the Bee Tree by Charles A. Eastman and Elaine Goodale Eastman\, illustrated by Susan Turnbull. Published by the South Dakota Historical Society Press. \nSet in southeastern South Dakota\, this timeless story follows a curious raccoon who awakens at dusk in search of food. Drawn to the sweet honey dripping from a bee tree\, he soon discovers that temptation can sometimes lead to unexpected trouble. \nOriginally written more than one hundred years ago\, The Raccoon and the Bee Tree beautifully blends an old American Indian tale preserved by the Eastmans with a traditional European fable. Its meaningful lesson continues to resonate with children and families today. \nBring the whole family and enjoy this engaging story\, followed by fun cultural activities for all ages.
URL:https://aktalakota.stjo.org/event/story-time-with-unci-lala-10/
LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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SUMMARY:STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ June 9 | 🕥 10:30 AM | 📍 Museum Bookstore | 🎟️ Free Admission \nPerfect for all ages—especially elementary-aged children! No registration is required—just come ready for a fun and educational experience. \nExperience the beauty of Lakota tradition as we share Our Sacred Land of Phežúta\, a heartfelt story by Tara Perron\, with illustrations by Holly Young. \nSet within the blooming prairie landscape\, this touching story celebrates the deep connection between people\, plants\, and the sacred knowledge passed down through generations. A young girl joins her grandmother on early summer mornings as they walk together in prayer\, visiting the grandmother’s oldest friends—the plants of her sacred garden. \nKnown as phežúta\, or medicines\, these plants provide healing\, nourishment\, and wisdom to those who approach them with gratitude and respect. Along the way\, grandmother and granddaughter greet plants such as Chaŋíčaȟpehu (Stinging Nettle)\, Čhaŋȟdóȟu (Broadleaf Plantain)\, and Čhaŋpȟá (Chokecherry)\, learning about their gifts and offering thanks through song and prayer. \nThrough lyrical storytelling and beautiful ledger-style artwork\, Our Sacred Land of Phežúta honors the traditions of healing\, respect for nature\, and the importance of sharing cultural knowledge with future generations. \nJoin us for this meaningful reading followed by fun cultural activities for all ages.
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LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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SUMMARY:STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ June 16 | 🕥 10:30 AM | 📍 Museum Bookstore | 🎟️ Free Admission \nJoin us for another special Story Time with Uŋčí & Lalá as we share All the Stars in the Sky by Art Coulson\, illustrated by Winona Nelson.  Published by Simon & Schuster. \nIn this thoughtful and heartwarming story\, young Clay asks his elisi (grandmother) to help him become “Star of the Week” at school. Instead of giving the answer he expects\, she teaches him an important lesson: no one person is more important than their family or community. Clay begins to wonder where he fits in—and discovers that everyone has value and an important role to play. \nWith beautiful artwork inspired by traditional beadwork\, All the Stars in the Sky explores themes of community\, responsibility\, and belonging through an Indigenous perspective. It reminds readers that while each of us shines in our own way\, we are brightest when we shine together. \nPerfect for all ages—especially elementary-aged children! No registration is required—just come ready for a fun and meaningful learning experience\, followed by fun cultural activities.
URL:https://aktalakota.stjo.org/event/story-time-with-unci-lala-12/
LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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SUMMARY:STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ June 23 | 🕥 10:30 AM | 📍 Museum Bookstore | 🎟️ Free Admission \nJoin us for another special Story Time with Uŋčí & Lalá as we share Dance in a Buffalo Skull by Zitkala-Ša\, illustrated by S. D. Nelson\, and published by the South Dakota Historical Society Press. \nThis engaging children’s book is a retelling of a traditional Lakota story. Inside a dried buffalo skull\, a group of lively field mice dances and celebrates\, unaware that danger waits nearby in the form of a prowling wildcat. \nThrough vivid storytelling and striking illustrations\, Dance in a Buffalo Skull shares important lessons about awareness\, safety\, and survival on the Great Plains. At the same time\, it celebrates storytelling traditions and the vibrant life of the prairie after dark. \nPerfect for all ages—especially elementary-aged children! No registration is required—just come ready for a fun and educational experience.  Reading is followed by interactive cultural activities for all to enjoy.
URL:https://aktalakota.stjo.org/event/story-time-with-unci-lala-13/
LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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SUMMARY:STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ June 30 | 🕥 10:30 AM | 📍 Museum Bookstore | 🎟️ Free Admission \nJoin us for a special Story Time with Uŋčí & Lalá as we share Powwow Day by Traci Sorell\, illustrated by Madelyn Goodnight\, and published by Charlesbridge. \nIn this heartfelt contemporary story\, young River is recovering from a serious illness and is unable to dance at the powwow as she has every year before. As powwow day arrives\, River wonders if she will ever dance again. \nThrough River’s journey\, readers discover the healing power of family\, culture\, music\, and community support. Powwow Day is a touching and hopeful story that celebrates resilience while highlighting the importance of traditions that bring people together. \nThis beautifully illustrated book also introduces young readers to the history and significance of powwows—gatherings held across the United States and Canada. \nPerfect for all ages—especially children ages 4–8! No registration is required—just come ready for a fun and meaningful learning experience.  The story is followed by an interactive cultural activity for all to enjoy.
URL:https://aktalakota.stjo.org/event/story-time-with-unci-lala-14/
LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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