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Ojibwe Dreamcatcher Legend
‘This is the way the old Ojibwe say Spider Woman helped bring Grandfather Sun back to the people. To this day, Spider Woman will build her special lodge before dawn. If you are awake at dawn—as you should be—look for her lodge and you will see how she captured the sunrise as the light sparkles on the dew which is gathered…
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Chewy and Yeti learn all about the dream catcher
Just as Takoda is about to continue with the legend of the dream catcher, another Native American comes over to say hello. “This is Lomasi and she was given her name because she looks like a pretty flower,” says Takoda. “This is Chewy and Yeti who have fallen from the sky. I am sharing our knowledge of the dream…
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Two Dream Catcher Legends
‘Dream catchers have two legends about their beginnings; one told by the Ojibwe and another told later by the Lakota after they learned about them through trade and intermarriage with the Ojibwe people. Ojibwe Legend - A grandmother watched patiently each day as a spider spun his web above her sleeping place until one day…
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Design Variations & Commercialization
‘Since the common acceptance of dream catchers in the 1970s, many variations have appeared. The end-point weave of a spider web pattern is now uncommon, giving way to mid-point weaves, loops, stars, and other decorative, frilly patterns. The traditional use of feathers and beads is still in practice, but the symbolism only…
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The Myths and Legends Behind Dream Catchers
Takoda takes a bit of break and asks both of them what it’s like where they live. The two of them tell him about the Candy Kingdom and all the friends that they have there. Yeti talks about Tiffi and how excited she will be when they share all of this with her. Just then another Native American walks by. “Hey Kosumi, would…
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Do Dream Catchers Scientifically Work?
‘The only documented scientific study on dream catchers conducted was by Philip Zimbardo who is a professor from Stanford University but the study was aimed more towards the dreams and night terrors themselves but did have the use of dream catchers to see if they prevent the dreams. He did record a reduction in bad dreams…
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The dream catcher reminds us of the importance of dreams
‘The belief is that the air is filled with dreams. These dreams are full of meaning and may be either good or bad. There are different versions of the dream catcher legend and how it works. Some say that good dreams pass through the hole in the center of the web while bad dreams are caught in the web. The good dreams will…
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Dream Catcher Ritual Ceremony
‘There are many ways to celebrate a dream catcher. It is suggested that you initiate your dream catcher through a ritual ceremony. Rituals have great meaning and can put your mind and thoughts into action. Your dream catcher can become one with your feelings and perform the way you want it to. Once you have decided where…
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Chewy has some questions
“Which color dream catcher is best?, asks Yeti. “How can you tell if it’s a real dream catcher?” Just as Takoda is about to answer Yeti Nuka crosses path with them again. Yeti can’t believe that they really look alike with their war paint. Nuka smiles and continues walking. Takoda is now ready to answer any questions that…
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How a dream catcher was put to good use
‘More recently, dream catchers are being used as a shared symbol of hope and healing. For instance, the Little Thunderbirds Drum and Dance Troupe from the Red Lake Indian Reservation in Minnesota have traveled to other schools that have experienced loss and school shooting and gifted them with a dream catcher. The dream…
