The Inuit created markers for getting from one point to another--points such as fishing or hunting grounds. These markers are called Inuksuk, and they look sort of like a person. In fact, “Inuksuk” means “one that looks and acts like a person”. Like a person, the Inuksuk could tell someone that they were on the right path. Build your own Inuksuk and send us a picture or photo! What is another way you could identify a route or path using materials in your neighborhood? Create, take a picture, and send it in with your Inuksuk!
English borrows various words from the Inuit language. Can you guess the Inuit word used in English from these descriptions? As an added hint, each word is also jumbled after the description.
A dwelling made of ice blocks and snow. ogloi
A type of Inuit canoe for 1 or 2 people. yakka
A hooded coat that is waterproof and warm. kpaar
The Inuit have many traditional games that they play. Gather up a few friends, and try out this game that mimics a team of sled-dogs! First, make teams of 2 or more, and hold hands to form a linked line. Then, try to run an obstacle course without letting go of anyone's hands or knocking over any obstacles! See which team can complete the course the fastest, or knocks over the least number of obstacles, or both!
