How have the materials we use in day to day life changed over time? Objective Identify three arts and crafts from the Mandan,Hidatsa, and Arikara tribes. Describe parfleche containers; how they are made and decorated and what they are used for. Construct and decorate a replica parfleche container. Background This lesson is part of Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site Teacher's Guide for Grades K-8: Guide to the Earthlodge People . It was written by members of the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara Nation for educators. The Arts, Crafts, Clothing and Appearance Unit is divided into two units Duration: 60 Minutes.