“Mikinaak Shell Rattle”

Mikinaak, the turtle is one of the 7 grandfather teachings for many Plains and Woodland tribes, including an original clan animal for the Anishinaabeg. We honor Mikinaakwag and their teachings by sharing them with our young ones and the next generation, made possible with the #Niniijaanis Mikinaak Rattle brought to you by Dakota Gunville. Made on Occupied Anishinaabe/Dakota Territory | Belcourt, ND.

Details

• Hand crafted and assembled by Dakota Gunville

• Curriculum included with language contributions from Marshall Asini

Size

• Varies depending on shell size (approximately 6”L x 5”W x 2”H)

Materials

• Turtle Shell

• Raw hide

• Beans

• Metal pellets

Investments ($40.00)

• 75% ($30) Directly to artist Dakota Gunville

• 25% ($10) fundraised for Niniijaanis Giveaways