Sitting bull biography summary worksheets

Sitting Bull was born in to a prominent Hunkpapa Lakota family, as both his father and two uncles were chiefs in the tribe. As a child he was given the name Jumping Badger and was called “slow” due to his demeanor. Throughout his childhood, he participated in traditional games and competitions that tested a young man’s skills. By the age of 10, he had killed his first buffalo and had counted coup on an enemy by the age of 14 — earning him the name of Sitting Bull. 

Having proven his bravery and skills against enemies, Sitting Bull became a member of several societies like the Kit Fox Warrior Society. He helped co-found the Midnight Strong Heart Society which were select members from the Strong Heart Society where he was honored as one of the two Sash Wearers in the group. 

During this time, Sitting Bull advocated against the