native americans

A brief biography of the American Indian who became known as one of the greatest all-around athletes of the twentieth century.

Describes how the American military in World War II used a group of Navajo Indians to create an indecipherable code based on their native language.

The magic tree house takes Jack and his sister Annie to the Great Plains where they learn about the life of the Lakota Indians.

"... author Duncan Tonatiuh reimagines one of Mexico's ... legends. Princess Izta had many wealthy suitors but dismissed them all. When a mere warrior, Popoca, promised to be true to her and stay always by her side, Izta fell in love. The emperor promised Popoca if he could defeat their enemy Jaguar Claw, then Popoca and Izta could wed. When Popoca was near to defeating Jaguar Claw, his opponent sent a messenger to Izta saying Popoca was dead. Izta fell into a deep sleep and, upon his return, even Popoca could not wake her. As promised Popoca stayed by her side"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a biography of Maria Tallchief, the Osage Indian ballerina whose love of dance took her from a life on a reservation to a career on the stage.

Provides an introduction to the history, contemporary tribal affairs, arts, and cultural and social characteristics of Indian tribes in the Northeast and the Southeast.

When the weather changes and the ever-fallingsnow threatens to engulf the animals, it is Crow who flies up to receive the gift of firefrom the Great Sky Spirit.

Living in a village in Ecuador, a Quechua Indian girl is sent to work as an indentured servant for an upper class "mestizo" family.

A brief introduction to the Aztecs, discussing their traditions, daily life, and more.