Both stories portrayed the Ojibwe people in different time context; however their traditions, beliefs and practices remain the same time after time. Native American culture and their tribes venerate and respect nature as a provider and ruler of the world. Their spirituality plays an important role in their lives and their ancestors and spirits are part of daily ceremonies or simple daily tasks. Traditions have passed on from one generation to another along with the skills to survive the elements and feed their families under harsh conditions. For centuries Native American people have been the target of inaccurate stereotypes. Tribe members are still consider a minority and have been cast out from American society and forced to live in reservations.
