Learning The Crow Language
The Crow Language Consortium (CLC) has supported the development of illustrated Crow-language materials. These materials reflect Crow language, culture, and ways of living. Each material was developed with care for accuracy, consistent language, and long term community use.
Language Apps
Crow Mobile Dictionary (CMD)
The Crow Mobile Dictionary (CMD) is a community-informed language learning and reference tool featuring over 10,000 Crow entries, audio from Native speakers, and offline access to support you where every you are.
- 10,000+ Crow entries – including 30,000+ English look up entries, and 20,000 linked Crow morphemes
- Audio recorded with community members.
- Advanced search & cross referncing
- Works offline
Searching The Dictionary
- Find Entries – Use the search bar, or tap any word in an entry to view related results. Tap Return or Full Search to see all matching entries.
- Search – You can adjust search options in Settings.
- Approximate Search helps you find entries even if spelling isn’t exact.
- Morpheme Search finds words that include your search as part of a longer word.
- Full Text Search includes entries search in example sentences or notes
Navigating The App
The Crow Mobile Dictionary uses a simple tap and go interface.
- Information section, use the tabs at the top of the page to explore “How To Use, Entry Details, Morphology, and Phonology.
- The Settings menu let’s you adjust search options, change font size, and turn AutoPlay Audio on or off.
- Tap the Zoom button to increase the entry font size. It will cycle bak to the smallest size after reaching the largest.
- The History panel shows recently viewed entries so you can easily return to them.
- The Back button takes you to the previous entry in your history with one tap.
- The dictionary has two views. When viewing a Crow word, you are on the Crow side. Use the left and right arrows to move through words alphabetically, or tap the Menu button to see nearby entries.
- The Favorites panel lets you save words for later. Create lists, organize entries and build a personal Crow Language study set.
- Use the Comment button at the bottom of any entry to share feedback and help improve future versions of the dictionary.
Crow Vocab Builder
Build your Crow vocabulary with the Crow Language Project’s vocabulary app. Quiz yourself everyday to learn different categories such as wild animals, food, drinks, and more!
The app includes
- 66 Culturally relevant categories
- Audio pronuncation
- Advanced search & cross referncing
- Works offline
Searching The Dictionary
- Find Entries – Use the search bar, or tap any word in an entry to view related results. Tap Return or Full Search to see all matching entries.
- Search – You can adjust search options in Settings.
- Approximate Search helps you find entries even if spelling isn’t exact.
- Morpheme Search finds words that include your search as part of a longer word.
- Full Text Search includes entries search in example sentences or notes
Navigating The App
The Crow Mobile Dictionary uses a simple tap and go interface.
- Information section, use the tabs at the top of the page to explore “How To Use, Entry Details, Morphology, and Phonology.
- The Settings menu let’s you adjust search options, change font size, and turn AutoPlay Audio on or off.
- Tap the Zoom button to increase the entry font size. It will cycle bak to the smallest size after reaching the largest.
- The History panel shows recently viewed entries so you can easily return to them.
- The Back button takes you to the previous entry in your history with one tap.
- The dictionary has two views. When viewing a Crow word, you are on the Crow side. Use the left and right arrows to move through words alphabetically, or tap the Menu button to see nearby entries.
- The Favorites panel lets you save words for later. Create lists, organize entries and build a personal Crow Language study set.
- Use the Comment button at the bottom of any entry to share feedback and help improve future versions of the dictionary.
Online Learning & Reference
Ammiláau eLearning
Ammiláau, meaning “Our Language” in Crow (Apsáalooke), is an online e-learning platform designed to support Crow language learning both in and beyond the classroom. Build specifically for the Apsáalooke language, Ammiláau brings together community knowledge, educational best practices, and digital learning tools to support learners and multiple stages of their language journey.
Developed in collaboration with Crow educators, linguists, and community partners, Ammiláau draws on years of recorded speech, images, dialogues, and instructional content. The platform currently includes 56 interactive learning units, organized into structured lessons that support reading, writing, listening and language comprehension.
What Apsáalooke Learners Can Do
You can progress through lessons at your pace. Units combign:
- Vocabulary and sentence practice
- Reading and listening activities
- Visual and audio learning supports
- Built-in progress tracking and achievement markers
Ammiláau is designed to be used independently, in classrooms, or as a supplement to immersion and dual-language programs – allowing learners to engage with Crow wherever they are.
What Teachers Can Do
For educators, Ammiláau functions as both a curriculum support tool and an extension of classroom instruction. Teachers can:
- Integrate units into existing lesson plans.
- Reinforce classroom learning with digital practice
- Support students with different proficiency levels
- Use Ammiláau for in-class instruction, homework, or to support families learning together.
This tool has been adopted by Crow educators as part of a broader language revitalization effort including immersion programs, professional development, and family literacy initiatives.
Apsáalooke Dictionary Online
The Apsáalooke Online Dictionary is a comprehensive, community-informed Crow language reference build from decades of collaboration with Crow Elders, speakers, educators, and linguists. Drawing on thousands of contributed words, interpretations and examples, the dictionary supports learners, teachers and speakers while helping preserve the Apsáalooke language for future generations.
- Searchable Crow-English and English Crow entries
- Example sentences and contextual notes
- Community-informed definitions and interpretations
This community built Crow language dictionary has been created with speakers and educators to support learning, teaching and long term language preservation.
Print & Digital Materials
FAQ
Who Makes These Materials?
The Crow Language Consortium (CLC) develops and supports a wide range of language learning materials created in collaboration with Crow Elders, first language speakers, educators, and community partners. These resources are designed to support learners at many stages—from early childhood through adult learners—and to be used in classrooms, homes, and community programs.
Our materials reflect Crow language, culture, and ways of knowing, and are developed with care for accuracy, consent, and long-term community use.
How Can I Access Materials?
The Crow Language Consortium is no longer selling individual materials directly through an online store.
We are currently working toward:
- Making select materials available through Amazon for easier ordering and fulfillment.
- Improving access to digital learning materials for schools, families, and community programs.
Until this process is complete, availability will vary by title and format.
How Materials are Currently Shared
At this time, Crow language materials are most commonly:
- Distributed through schools, immersion programs, and partner organzatiatons
- Shared at community events and language programs
- Provided directly to educators and institutions working with CLC
If you are an educator, program coordinator, or community organization intersted in accessing Crow language materials we encourage you to reach out at info@crowlangauge.org