native americans

American Indian children retell forty-one tribal legends in contemporary language.

A story based on Dominican folklore, about the ciguapas, a tribe of beautiful underwater people whose feet are attached backwards, with their toes pointing in the direction from which they have come.

Describes how Sacagawea found adventure guiding Lewis and Clark to the Oregon coast.

Retells the Zapotec legend of Lucia Zenteno, a beautiful woman with magical powers who is exiled from a mountain village and takes its water away in punishment.

Illustrations and simple text describe the daily lives of the Hopi Indians of the American Southwest.

A teenage girl and an old Indian are brought together by the same haunting dream.

Presents a retelling of an Ute folktale, wherein Coyote receives his comeuppance when he tries to take something that does not belong to him.

"Explores the Indian Removal Act and its effects"--Amazon.

Since ancient times, many native peoples across America governed themselves with a tribal council or another system of government. Many developed constitutions to codify their laws as well. This important aspect of Native American history is carefully explained in this well-researched and accessible book, which focuses on the governments of several native peoples. Historical images, interesting fact boxes, and a colorful design make this significant subject even more appealing to young historians.

"As explorers, traders, and settlers reached new areas of North America, Native Americans' way of life came under threat. [Provides] a comprehensive look at the conflicts these tribes faced and the warriors who led them in battle."--Amazon.