Rocks, Coyote, Indian Myths and the Whippoorwill

Indian Myths often deal with the
transformation and transmigration
of sentient creatures and beings.

1. Read the attached myths from Native American Indian Culture (in the link below).  Discuss several of the literary archetypes emerging from the oral tradition.  What do these cultural tales attempt to explain?

Some Mythical Animals of Indian Lore
Sounds of the Whippoorwill

2. Research and print a selection of excerpts representing a specialized focus on a family of myths from a past ancient non-Western culture. Outline at least 5 analytic points regarding your selection.