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1) Black Elk
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 19 x 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Black Elk has an important place in Native American history and United States history, having been a big part of the Battle of Wounded Knee. A medicine man of the Oglala Sioux with great talents as a healer, Black Elk is a fascinating figure for young readers to learn about. In this volume, his life and importance are discussed in age-appropriate detail. Historical context in the main text and fact boxes supplements social studies classroom learning...
2) Pocahontas
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 x 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"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...
3) Geronimo
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 x 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Geronimo became known for leading resistance efforts against troops in Mexico and Arizona in the late 19th century. This prominent leader of the Bedonkohe Apache Indians led an incredible life and had a great impact on history. In this book, readers explore his life through biographical information as well as historical context. The main text and fact boxes support what readers learn in social studies class, encouraging them to make connections between...
4) Crazy Horse
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876 is a major event in the history of Native Americans in the United States. And Crazy Horse played a big role in his people's success in that battle. This historical biography offers a comprehensive history of Crazy Horse's life, including discussion of his early life and his involvement with the Oglala Lakota tribe, concluding with his death. Historical context shows how he affected history and supports social...
5) Joseph Brant
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 x 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Joseph Brant's contributions to history greatly affected the Mohawk and Iroquois people. He was an influential person during the American Revolution and Native American history because of his role as a military and political leader of the Mohawk Nation. He was educated and had many skills that aided his rise as a leader in the Iroquois Confederacy. The main text includes this biographical content and more, introducing young readers to Brant while...
6) Sacagawea
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 19 x 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Sacagawea is a well-known Native American because of her role as a guide and interpreter during the Lewis and Clark Expedition. But much of her life is unknown. In this volume, readers explore the history of Sacagawea and the Lemhi Shoshone people, learning how she and her tribe were changed by Europeans arriving on their land. Readers also learn about Sacagawea's influence on United States history through achievable language and details, as well...
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