The Educating Function of Zitkala-Sas Sioux Stories

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Exploring the significance of Native American oral literature, this seminar paper examines its educational role for Native children, particularly through Zitkala-Sa's stories. It analyzes the moral values and lessons conveyed in narratives like "Iktomi and the Ducks," contrasting them with non-Native literature. The paper categorizes didactic messages and highlights the importance of traditional storytelling customs. Additionally, it investigates character roles, especially the Indian trickster, in teaching proper behavior and evaluates the potential of these tales for non-Native education.