The Iroquois Tribe

By Elizabeth

Where Did They Live

• The Iroquois lived in what is now New York.

Homes

• The Iroquois lived in Longhouses.

Clothing

• Iroquois men wore breechcloths with long leggings.

• Women wore wraparound skirts with short leggings.

Food

• The Iroquois ate corn, beans, squash, deer, fish, and elk.

• The Iroquois were farmers so they planted crops and hunted.

Jobs

• The Iroquois children went hunting and fishing with their dads.

• Women were in charge of farming, property, and family.

• Men had to hunt, trade, and go to war.

Games

• The Iroquois played lacrosse and a game that you try to throw a dart threw a moving hoop.

Worshiped

• The Iroquois worshiped the great spirit who provided good crop and plenty of game.

Important Animals

• Dogs were important because they carried things for work.

Interesting Facts

• Iroquois women were in charge of the clans.• Iroquois played lacrosse like we do.• Iroquois used wampum belts for money.