OUTREACH
South of Sunrise Creative does outreach with schools, libraries, and community centers to discuss all things We Weave. Presentations include readings, workshops, and lectures pertaining to Navajo culture and history.
Readings
Readings range from thirty minutes to an hour and fifteen minutes. Each reading is customized per grade, from pre-K to college. Readings include Fall in Line, Holden!, Herizon, Behind Every Rug, and We Weave.
Readings are best followed with the Discussion Guide.
Workshops
Workshops focus on the cultural aspects of traditional weaving and relevance to today’s world. Workshops details the evolution of Navajo weaving, from Spider Woman to today.
Workshops are best followed with the Activities Guide.
Lectures
Lectures dive into the history of weaving and it’s complex interaction with Western culture. Histories covered within a lecture includes: boarding school era education, livestock reduction, and the Long Walk of the Navajo. Lectures also address technology and the opportunities they present for the future – both good and bad.
Lectures are best followed with the Digital Citizenry Guide.
PRESENTATION/READINGS
Daniel W. Vandever resides in Tucson, AZ and gives in-person readings throughout the Southwest. Vandever presents to K-12 schools, college and universities, museums, trade conferences, and libraries. Presentations are customized for all ages and settings.
1. Classroom - Classroom visits are adaptable. A projector/smart board is preferred for the presentation.
2. Assembly - A 1-1.5 hour presentation and reading is suitable for larger audiences .
Assembly presentations are structured similar to classroom presentations but require a microphone and a podium. More time is allocated for a Q & A session and interaction with students.
3. Community - Presentations are available in community space. Community presentations are aimed at adult audiences. Discussion topics include Navajo culture and history, diversity in children's books, and self-publishing.
4. Zoom - Virtual presentations and readings are available. The presentation is an hour at a rate of $150.
RATES
Rates for in-person readings are as follows:
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One hour program: $500 + travel
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Two hour program: $900 + travel
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Three hour program: $1,500 + travel
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Note: Author rates are negotiable for tribal-serving schools and institutions.