Teen Life on Reservations and in First Nation Communities: Growing up Native

Growing up on a reservation or in a Canadian First Nation community means a teen must balance two worlds. These young adults usually live in rural areas. Their lives are different from either urban Native or urban Anglo people, not only because of the rural nature of their lives but also because of the rich traditions of their own cultures.

What do these Native teens do for entertainment and fun, sports, and education? What are their traditions and beliefs? What are the challenges they face, a…