1. Native American Mythology
Long before the United States existed, Native American tribes passed down complex spiritual and mythological systems through oral storytelling.
Common Themes:
Creation Myths – Stories about how the world or humans were created.
Trickster Figures – Like Coyote or Raven, who challenge norms and cause change.
Nature Spirits – Many spirits are tied to animals, the land, or natural forces.
Examples:
The Great Turtle – In some tribes, Earth was formed on the back of a giant turtle.
The Thunderbird – A powerful sky spirit capable of creating thunder and lightning.
