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Native American stories for kids : 12 traditional stories from Indigenous tribes across North America
2022
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Presents twelve Native American stories from various North American tribes for young readers, including how the mountain Denali was created, why the North Star stays in place, accounts of how the world came to the way it is. - (Baker & Taylor)

Explore Native American narratives—for kids ages 6 to 9

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.

What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids:

  • Tales from 12 tribes—Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America, exploring lore about how the mountain Denali formed, why the North Star stays still, and more.
  • Tribal history—Every story ends with a brief historical sketch of the tribe, providing context and offering a glimpse into their way of life and their traditions.
  • Fun facts—The learning doesn’t stop with the stories; a collection of fascinating facts, suggestions for additional reading, and a glossary of important words give kids a deeper understanding and appreciation.

Spark excitement in Native American history and culture with enchanting stories from tribes across the continent.

- (Ingram Publishing Services)

Explore Native American narratives—for kids ages 6 to 9

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.

What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids:

  • Tales from 12 tribes—Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America, exploring lore about how the mountain Denali formed, why the North Star stays still, and more.
  • Tribal history—Every story ends with a brief historical sketch of the tribe, providing context and offering a glimpse into their way of life and their traditions.
  • Fun facts—The learning doesn't stop with the stories; a collection of fascinating facts, suggestions for additional reading, and a glossary of important words give kids a deeper understanding and appreciation.

Spark excitement in Native American history and culture with enchanting stories from tribes across the continent. - (Simon and Schuster)

Explore Native American narratives—for kids ages 6 to 9

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.

What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids:

Tales from 12 tribes—Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America, exploring lore about how the mountain Denali formed, why the North Star stays still, and more.

Tribal history—Every story ends with a brief historical sketch of the tribe, providing context and offering a glimpse into their way of life and their traditions.

Fun facts—The learning doesn't stop with the stories; a collection of fascinating facts, suggestions for additional reading, and a glossary of important words give kids a deeper understanding and appreciation.

Spark excitement in Native American history and culture with enchanting stories from tribes across the continent.

- (Sourcebooks Inc.)

Author Biography

THOMAS PECORE WESO, a member of the Menominee tribe, is the author of Good Seeds: A Menominee Indian Food Memoir. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Kansas and gives presentations on Native American history around the country. To learn more, visit www.tomweso.com. - (Simon and Schuster)

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Table of Contents

Introduction vi
The World Of Ice
Menominee--The Great Lakes Region
1(6)
Changing Woman Creates The Four Clans
Navajo (Dine)--Southwest Region
7(6)
Yahoo and Denali, The great one
Athabascan--Arctic/Subarctic Region
13(6)
Tricky Rabbit And The Tar Wolf
Cherokee--Southeast Region
19(6)
Zuni Origin Of Corn
Zuni Pueblo (A: shiwi)--Southwest Region
25(6)
The Herd Named Sweet Medicine
Cheyenne--Great Plains Region
31(6)
Why The North Star Stands Still
Paiute--Great Basin Culture Area
37(6)
How Beaver Stole Fire From The Pines
Nez Perce (Nimfipuu)--Plateau Region
43(6)
A Young Hero Fights A Grizzly Bear
Miwok (Southern Sierra)--California Region
49(6)
Salmon Boy
Haida--Northwest Coast Region
55(6)
Origin Of The Flute
Lakota--Great Plains Region
61(11)
The Delaware (Lenape) Creation Story
Delaware (Lenape)--Northeast Region
Glossary 72(4)
More To Learn 76(6)
References 82

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