powhatan indians

Examines the life of the Indian princess Pocahontas and her contact with English settlers, especially John Smith.

Readers may already know the name Pocahontas before they dive into her story in this book. Though she only lived to be around 22 years old, her association with colonial America and the New World has cemented her status as a Native American legend. However, much of what has been depicted in books and movies isn't accurate. This book strives to bring readers the real story of Pocahontas's life as well as the historical context of the time in which she lived. A concluding timeline aids readers' comprehension while historical images and artwork show Pocahontas in a realistic way.

An introduction to the life of Pocahontas, the seventeenth-century daughter of a Native American chief, who befriended Captain John Smith and the English settlers of Jamestown.

"The daughter of a Native American chief, Pocahontas grew up during a time of incredible change in North America. This is her story, from her birth to her encounters with colonists, and finally her untimely death at the age of twenty-one. It captures her greatest achievements, as well as her role in the Powhatan tribe and later as a visitor in England"--Provided by publisher.

A picture-book retelling of the Disney film "Pocahontas," which tells about the spirited young Indian woman's friendship with white settler John Smith.

In this graphic adaptation of Pocahontas, Chief Powhatan wants his daughter Pocahontas to marry one of his warriors. But free-spirited Pocahontas has other ideas, especially after she meets the handsome Englishman John Smith.

An introduction to the life of Pocahontas for young readers.

A retelling of the life of Pocahontas.

Simple text and illustrations introduce the life of the Powhatan Indian who worked throughout her life to establish peace between her people and the English.

Young Pocahontas must bridge the gap between her tribe and the settlers of Jamestown.