13 Moons: First Foods & Resources Curriculum

The Swinomish people, like many Indigenous peoples, follow the 13 lunar phases in a calendar year. The lunar cycles indicate seasonal changes, so each moon is named for seasonal events that take place during that time. The activities within this resource designed to follow the foods, resources, traditions, and practices associated with each of the 13 moons, and are therefore seasonal in nature. Each activity highlights one or more aspects of environmental health, with all activities focused on a theme of environmental sustainability as visualized through an ecosystems and community health approach. This approach recognizes that humans are part of the food web and have a symbiotic relationship with the plants and animals within a given ecosystem. Each activity includes a description of educational outcomes and goals, as well as relevant background information, tips, andrecommendations.