The Iroquois, also known as the Haudenosaunee, are a powerful confederation of six Native American nations in the northeastern U.S., known for their sophisticated political system, longhouse culture, and influence on early American democracy. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research. Each Group of Indigenous Peoples is broken into 6 single-page sections: Who Are?, Homes, Clothing, Food, Fun Facts, and Words to Know.