NONFICTION
The history of Native America is composed of the many stories of the many diverse tribes, and one common story: the confrontation with white European invaders. This valuable and readable overview balances the points of view of both, considering the wide divide of attitude and culture with speeches, personal rememberances, photographs, records, sidelines, as well as a detailed index and sources. The author's storytelling and folkloric background goes beyond dates and events, resonating with empathy and promise for a better future, however heartbreaking is the past. With solid reserach and a strong voice, this book is an education. (9 and up)
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ALL OUR RELATIVES: TRADITIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN THOUGHTS ABOUT NATURE collected by Paul Goble (World Wisdom) Short stories, songs, dreams and quotations, all adorned with the distinctive art of a Caldecott medal winner, draws connections between the words and the natural world. Not only about Native America, this treasure will help children gain an appreciation of the many gifts of this planet, and the connectedness of it all. (8 and up)
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