Ever attend a powwow--a traditional Native American celebration? This month is a good time to celebrate. November is National American Indian Heritage Month! Nearly 2 million Native Americans live in the U.S. They belong to more than 550 tribal groups. Here are the states with the most Native American residents:

1. Oklahoma 252,400

2. California 242,200

3. Arizona 203,500

4. New Mexico 134,400

5. Alaska 85,700

Reprinted with permission from The World Almanac for Kids 1999 (c)1998 PRIMEDIA Reference Inc.

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November 13, 1998 World Report