northwest coast of north america

Describes the construction of and culture behind the Pacific Northwest Native Americans' plank houses, and includes instructions for making a model plank house.

Introduces young readers to the traditions, lifestyles, and spiritual beliefs of Native Americans of the Northwest coast.

Describes the lifestyle and culture of the totem pole Indians of the Pacific Northwest.

"Informative, engaging text and vivid photos introduce readers to American Indian plank houses"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an introduction to the history, contemporary tribal affairs, arts, and cultural and social characteristics of the indigenous peoples of the Arctic, Subarctic, and Northwest Coast.

Describes early Native Americans who exist on the Northwest Coast focusing on their history, rituals, tools, fishing, hunting, daily life, fur trading, and other related topics.

The Northwest Coast Indian art collection of the American Museum of Natural History.--Title page.

A history of totem poles and a discussion of the tribes that used them. Includes some stories told on these tall wood columns.