The Iroquois Tribe lived in what is now New York, living in longhouses. The Iroquois were farmers who grew crops like corn, beans and squash and also hunted deer, fish and elk for food. Men hunted and traded while women farmed and took care of the family. The Iroquois worshipped the Great Spirit and played lacrosse and other games. Dogs were important work animals and women led the clans.

1. The Iroquois Tribe
By
Elizabeth

2. Where Did They Live
• The Iroquois lived in what is now New York.

3. Homes
• The Iroquois lived in Longhouses.

4. Clothing
• Iroquois men wore breechcloths with long
leggings.
• Women wore wraparound skirts with short
leggings.

5. Food
• The Iroquois ate corn, beans, squash, deer,
fish, and elk.
• The Iroquois were farmers so they planted
crops and hunted.

6. 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.

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

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

9. Important Animals
• Dogs were important because they carried
things for work.

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