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Much of this was subsequently lost and, as a result, the history of Native Americans is often presented as a morality tale. White Americans, headed by the federal government, were the âbad guysâ, cheating Indians out of their land and resources.
Interesting Facts about Life as a Native American Child. 1  The typical Native American family had around three to four children. 2  Grandparents played an important role in teaching and raising children. 3  Children were often taught at a young age to be strong and not show emotion.  In some societies, boys were raised by an uncle, not by their father.