This activity book was prepared using findings of a research study titled, ""Strong Marriages in Two Navajo Nation Chapters in the Northern Part of the Navajo Nation."" The goal of this study was to learn what makes marriages strong for some Navajo couples within two northern Navajo Nation Chapters. The study was conducted by faculty at Utah State University underdirection of the Navajo Nation Human Research Review Board.

Twenty-one couples who felt they had strong marriages volunteered to participate in the study. These 42 individuals from two northern Navajo Nation Chapters were interviewed separately and all were asked the same questions. Their responses resulted in five findings that were important for having a strong marriage:1. Maintain communication, 2. Nurture your relationship, 3. Learn about marriage, 4. Be prepared for marriage, and 5. Have a strong foundation.

This activity book describes these five strengths and provides tools that will help couples think about their own relationships. There are also suggested activities designed to help couples develop or strengthen these qualities as they prepare to marry, or work to enhance their marriagerelationship. Grandparents and other family members who contribute to the success of the family may also find this workbook helpful. This information is offered to help couples build strong and healthy marriages. (Author abstract)