Native Languages of the Americas: Juaneno Indian Legends
This is our collection of links to Juaneno folktales and traditional stories that can be read online.
We have indexed our Native American myths section
by tribe to make them easier to locate; however, variants on the same
legend are often told by American Indians from different tribes, especially if those tribes are kinfolk or neighbors to
each other. In particular, though these legends come from the Juanenos, the traditional stories of
related tribes like the Gabrielino and
Luiseno tribes are very similar.
Note that since many children use this site, we have tried to avoid linking to any legends or stories which
deal explicitly with sex or contain bad language, including slur words for Native Americans. However, like
the folklore of any culture -- including European fairy tales -- there is often violence and bad behavior in American
Indian folklore, so please use discretion about sharing them with younger children.
Enjoy the stories! If you would like to recommend a Juaneno legend for this page or think one of the ones on here
should be removed, please contact us and let us know.
Chinigchinich:
Description of Juaneño mythology and religious traditions by a 19th-century Spanish friar.
Mythology of the Mission Indians:
Online book of Juaneno and other Mission Indian myths and legends.
American Indian culture
Chinigchinich:
Contacts and FAQ page
