north america

A young hunter marries a female buffalo in the form of a beautiful maiden, but when his people reject her he must pass several tests before being allowed to join the buffalo nation.

Discusses the development of school curriculums, schools, and education during the days of the early settlers.

Text and accompanying photographs explore the daily life of children in nineteenth-century North American communities through stories and activities.

Describes the materials, construction, and uses of different kinds of shelters made by various Woodland Indian tribes in northeastern Canada and the United States.

A counting rhyme with illustrations of rabbits in Native American costume, depicting traditional customs such as rain dances, hunting, and smoke signals. Includes a glossary with additional information on the customs.

When the weather changes and the ever-falling snow threatens to engulf all the animals, it is Crow who flies up to receive the gift of fire from the Great Sky Spirit.

Describes in detail the Iroquoian way of life.

A grandfather and his blind grandson, Boy-Strength-of-Blue-Horses, reminisce about the young boy's birth, his first horse, and an exciting horse race.

Contains eight Native North American stories with hands-on activities.