The Independent American Indian Review

Welcome to The Independent American Indian Review,
A note from the senior editor.

The Independent American Indian Review has been published consistently since 1993. This unique quality control magazine was initiated in Tempe, Arizona by founder Mimi / W'o okihi o'ta yuha' win / MLS, M Ed.

W'o okihi o'ta yuha' win is a Lakota Sioux name which translated into english means "A Woman With Many Talents", a name reflecting her diversified education, talents, and expertise. She is also an accomplished performing artist who uses her artistic talent to support quality education for, by and about American Indians.

The magazine since its inception, has published articles written about contemporary diverse American Indian nations, and reviews written from American Indian perspectives. The magazine is appropriate for general readers and educators at all levels who are interested in contemporary American Indian communities and reviews of books, CDs, tapes, and other multi-media available on the market today. The magazine also highlights other American Indian review resources.

The Independent American Indian Review is published 3 times per year: Winter/Spring, Summer, and Fall. It is appropriate for any person or group interested in learning more about contemporary American Indians. The first section of each issue (with the exception of index to reviews editions) focuses on a different American Indian community or a number of Indian communities within a region. This section takes readers from the past to the present in the areas of history, heritage, and cultures of the peoples. Articles share economic development information and feature interviews and/or information on contemporary American Indian leaders who have broken today's negative stereotypes and who are working to gain control of their community's destiny. The intent is to inform readers that American Indians today vary in many ways: by occupation, education, professional association, and appearance. Photographs are included whenever possible to link readers with these contemporary American Indian people.

Special Multi-Media Reviews Spring/Summer 1997

Winter 1997 Issue

Each issue maintains a strong educational focus and is designed as a teacher/trainer edition so that educators and parents can use information from articles in lesson plans, or directly with students.For 2001 and beyond, the area of focus is American Indian music (traditional and contemporary) and the arts. Articles highlight American Indian culture and include legends and creation stories for use with younger children and all ages.

The second section of each magazine features book and multi-media reviews written from American Indian perspectives. The reviews are categorized under reference resources, periodicals or serial publications, curriculum, children,young adult, adult, multi-media reviews, and music CD's and cassettes. In addition, book and multi-media reviews suggest usage, e.g. general recreational reading or viewing, or resources that can be used to teach educational concepts, etc.; (for parents) tips are given suggesting ways in which reviewed books and media can be used with children; and (for educators) how resources may be incorporated into the general curriculum with recommended specific subject integration.

Winter 1994 Issue

Each issue also includes an index to reviews which is categorized in two sections:

1) by author, editor, or producer, and
2) by title.

Though reviews are categorized under suggested age groups and grade levels, information in recommended resources, can be used by any age group to increase the understanding of American Indians/Alaska Natives. If the material is recommended, it is noted as such. Prices are listed when available.

We thank contributors to the magazine, and all of you who are interested in quality information about American Indians/Alaska Natives. Please feel free to write, fax, or email us. (If you contact us by phone, please leave a detailed message). We appreciate any comments or suggestions you may have regarding past or future issues.

Respectfully,
Mimi / W'o okihi o'ta yuha' win

(Lakota Sioux - english translation "A Woman With Many Talents")
MLS/MED
Senior Editor / Disdributions, The Independent American Indian Review

The Independent American Indian Review (ISSN 1074-9284) copyright c 1993 to 2001, Oyate Views Int'l., all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photo-copying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission of the publisher. Annual subscription rates are: libraries/institutions $38.00; individuals/teachers $29.00; students (full time university or college) $26.00. Add $10.00 for foreign or Canadian subscriptions payable in U.S. dollars, by a U.S. bank. Please mail or FAX address changes to: The Independent American Indian Review; PMB 268; 1840 E. Warner Rd. - Suite A105; Tempe, Arizona 85284; or (480) 839-8223 FAX / (480) 839-8355 phone; or email wvr@worldviewsintl.com. Views represented in this publication are not expressly endorsed by the publisher.