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that’s a wrap on folk tales week! we hope you enjoyed just a few of the thousands of tales across the world that give insight into a culture’s values, history, geography and norms. don’t forget to share your favorite folk tales with
One day, Br’er Rabbit, Br’er Fox, Br’er Bear, and a few other animals gathered together to plant a garden full of corn and vegetables for roasting. They began planting early in the morning on a hot day, and Br’er Rabbit got ve
The island of Guam, or Guåhan as it’s called by CHamoru, indigenous people of the island, has wide ends and a distinct, slim middle. Its unexpected shape has a wondrous tale associated with important geographical and spiritual history. Lo
Folk tales have captured our imagination for centuries, but they have also perpetuated harmful gender stereotypes that limit the potential of women and girls. With that in mind the United Nations has launched an incredible initiative that highlights
The Amazon forest is home to many mystical beings, and one of the most fascinating among them is the Caipora. According to Amazonian folklore, the Caipora is a supernatural creature that protects the forest from those who seek to exploit it. This en
Folk tales are an integral part of cultures around the globe, and their importance cannot be overstated. These tales, passed down through generations, are often imbued with moral and ethical lessons that continue to shape our societies and our unders
That’s the end of our journey exploring symbols and statues! Stay tuned for more next week
For unwritten languages, symbols hold complex meanings of place, concepts, celebrations, rituals and heritage. For Australian Aboriginals, symbols compose their languages, in place of writing systems we are most familiar with. Aboriginal iconography
Symbols as a means of protection against harm, threats, illness, or ill will can be found all over the world dating back to Ancient history. Belief in the “evil eye” can be seen across many cultures in the Mediterranean, Western and Centr
Immerse yourself in the world of the Venus of Willendorf - a stunning female figurine found in Austria in 1908 and now housed in Vienna's Natural History Museum. This piece of Upper Paleolithic art, carved from oolitic limestone, is believed to be th
Traveling back in time to a story of oppression and resilience. The Buddhas of Bamiyan, located in Afghanistan, were once towering monuments that stood proud for over 1,500 years. These magnificent structures were not only architectural marvels, but
Traveling the world one symbol at a time 🌍 This week, we dive into the rich cultural heritage behind symbols and statues that shape our diverse societies 💥 Stay tuned for a journey filled with history and meaning 💫 #SymbolStorytime #CulturalExplor
Thanks for going on this journey with us exploring hair styles across the globe. We hope you enjoyed! Stay tuned for our next topic
From braids to twists to locs, protective hairstyles are a low maintenance way to upkeep textured hair and help it maintain moisture during harsh weather. One of the most well known protective styles in the Americas for black hair is the Cornrows, a
Miao women, also known as Hmong, are an ethnic minority in China. Within the Miao, the hairstyle of one subgroup has differentiated them from other groups, the Changjiao Miao, directly translated to "Long Horn Miao." Bufallos and oxen are a
Nihongami is a broad term for a set of hairstyles popular during the Edo period (1603 to 1867) of Japan. You might recognize this distinct updo trend - characterized by voluminous “wings” or “bin” at the sides of the head and
While the mohawk hairstyle takes its name from the people of the Mohawk nation, originally called Kanien'kehá:ka, there are no connections there more than the name. The hairstyle was closer to one used by an entirely different people, the Pawn
Across the globe and throughout history, hairstyles have had great significance far beyond aesthetic beauty and protection from the weather. Hairdos can inform a lot about a person/group. People have used their hair to express their age, tribal affil