With Valentine’s Day approaching, this time of year is perfect for letting your loved ones know how much they mean to you. The following love-themed Dakota words and phrases are terms of affection. Next time you want to express your affection for someone you love, say it in Dakota! Tecinḣinda – I love you Nina...

There’s nothing better than curling up on the sofa with a good book and a steamy cup of creamy hot chocolate, especially if January lives up to its typical subzero temperatures. Plus, you don’t have to go far to find these titles—all of them are available in the gift shop or library at Hoċokata Ṫi!

During the winter, the Dakota people would play a variety of games. Often, games were used as a way to teach children critical skills that would be important later in life. Below are some games that would have been played during this time of the year: Deer Toe Game(Taṡaka) This game is known as deer...