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HAND GAMES
Traditional games such as
Hand, Moccasin or Blanket Games have been played within every nation of
Turtle Island. In present day society these games have been
misrepresented as games of chance or gambling. Comparable are games that involve observation, strategy and intuitive skills. Comparable skills are learned in playing chess, cribbage or
poker. The numerous hand games represents the imporatnce that obsevation skill development had in the hunting and gathering communities.
The development of observation skill not only
betters a players chance to win but enhances their skills and abilities
to survive in nature; trap or hunt, gather foods, medicines and problem
solving techniques.
In many communities while men (who usually
played) gamed other participants would sing supporting drum songs and provide support for the
players. Elders and Olders would use the time to teach lessons.
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