Photo by Ganapathy Kumar on Unsplash Navajo Now Language Survey Link: https://forms.gle/sfzVPR4rp251bmHT9 This survey has been in the works for months and I think I finally have all the questions I think would be useful for us as a Navajo language learning community to examine. I don’t know of any other survey attempt like this on such a wide audience. Submissions are anonymous. As a thank you I will choose a random participant to receive a copy of the Navajo dubbed Fistful of Dollars DVD. Please enter your email address in the last question if you would like to enter the drawing, one entry pe ..read more

My sister forwarded me this flyer distributed, I believe, by the Dine Language Teachers Association. And I’d like to spread the word as well as inform everyone what this program is actually. It’s a flyer seeking those interested in learning to speak Navajo by participating in their Mentor-Apprentice Program for the Navajo Language. Participants must be 18 yrs or older, commit to 5 hours of study per week. Must meet with your chosen mentor face-to-face but can be virtual via an app. The duration of the program is for 6 months. Oh, and both mentor and apprentice….or teacher and learner……are pai ..read more

Online tutoring is available for many languages, where can I find a Navajo tutor? I googled “Diné bizaad tutor” and “Navajo language tutor”. Do you know how many people I found that offered services as a Navajo language tutor? Only 3! Do you know how many forum posts I’ve come across that are looking for Navajo tutors? More than 3. This needs to be corrected. I know there are more than three Navajo instructors out there who are qualified enough to offer tutoring to beginner, intermediate, and advanced level Navajo learners. Here’s what I am gonna offer because it is difficult to find a Navajo ..read more

Great news! You can watch Star Wars: A New Hope and Finding Nemo in Navajo from the comfort of your own home! A Reddit user noticed the Navajo dubbed version Star Wars was listed in the Extra section of the movie on Disney+. Both movies were available for limited screenings when they were released in theaters in 2013 and 2016. There were unfortunately a limited number of DVDs available for distribution afterward. There has been a demand to obtain a DVD copy of these titles and I am so glad it accessible via Disney+ now. To watch, go to either movie of your choice In Disney+. Then select the ..read more

I would like to know if anyone would like a language learning plan or roadmap for those wanting to learn Navajo. This would be a simple list of things to tackle in a fluid order to help you to continue to progress in your studying. I get into a rut unless I have some structure when I’m learning a language. Would this be helpful to anyone? Also, I have been toying with this idea of creating a digital textbook. Free to the public, of course. I think there are enough public domain resources to revamp and have a textbook-like resource for everyone. I’m thinking it could have audio embedded in it ..read more

I had some time during the quarantine of 2020 to update the site. I’ve fixed some broken links, added new links and also made notes at the top of some posts if any programs, websites, or services are no longer available. The Audio/Visual, Vocab & Flashcards, and Culture & Tourism pages have many more links. There have been some helpful resources made available in recent years, the flashcard and video sections are a reflection of this. The Culture & Tourism section was fun to update, there’s lots of information there to explore and learn about the Navajo. Thank you all for checking ..read more

  There is a targeted $5 Google Book credit promotion running now thru September 30, 2017. Log into Google Play and then Books. There should be an advertisement that looks like this if you are targeted: Make sure your choice is $5.01 or more. Use keywords “navajo”, “diné”, and “navaho” to find the few titles on Navajo history and language. The one time discount will be credited at checkout like this: Don’t forget there are some free (public domain) titles like: The Navaho Language: the elements of Navaho grammar with a dictionary. Enjoy ..read more

I thought I would pass on this Amazon promotion to everyone. Navajo language materials can be pricey, and what better time to purchase some gifts for yourself or another Navajo language learner than the holiday season. Receive $10 off any book purchase of at least $25. Use promotion code HOLIDAYBOOK under the “Gift cards & promotional codes” section when checking out. According to the terms and conditions the offer is valid starting November 24th and goes through Nov 28th.   A sample purchase of two books     I’ve tried a combination of different books, the promotion appli ..read more

I had the opportunity to attend a screening of Nemo Hádéést’įį’ last month and I loved it. I was very happy the seating chart was filled to half capacity at the ticket counter on arrival and there were more Navajo patrons waiting to reserve their seats. I was excited but also unsure of what to expect of the event. The SLC Star Wars screening had technical difficulties. I patiently waited for more than an hour for the problem to resolve. No Star Wars, I left disappointed. This time around Finding Nemo had two showings daily for almost a week at ..read more

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Well it’s almost Christmas so here are a few phrases with the help of Countryboy79’s website. There are a few holiday examples with audio on this page.  and lastly, some good all around advice  … Share these phrases or other pics at Countryboy79 on Facebook and Twitter. Spread the Navajo Holiday cheer! Yá’át’ééh Késhmish! and Happy Holidays ..read more