Keepers of the Night: Native American Stories and Nocturnal Activities for Children - Couverture souple

Caduto, Michael J.; Bruchac, Joseph

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1555911773 ISBN 13 : 9781555911775

Editeur : Fulcrum Inc.,US, 1997

Synopsis

Night is more than just a period of time between sunset and sunrise. It is another world, fascinating and mysterious to children curious about the night and its nocturnal inhabitants. In Native cultures mighttime is a crucial part of the Great Circle and balance in the universe, and Keepers of the Night features Native wisdom to help young people learn valuable lessons about the natural world.

In the tradition of the best-selling Keepers of the Earth and Keepers of the Animals, this book offers eight carefully selected Native North American stories. Field-tested, hands-on activities include nighttime observational activities and walks to teach sensory awareness, puppet shows to teach understanding of how nocturnal animals live, stargazing to understand constellations and the myths and legends surrounding them, campfire talks that relate a sense of being a part of the Great Circle, and traditional dances—such as one to celebrate the bear, a symbol of courage—to enjoy and learn their significance.

Perfect for anyone teaching children about nature and the outdoors, Keepers of the Night offers unique ideas about understanding the natural world—by looking at night.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Joseph Bruchac, coauthor of The Keepers of the Earth series, is a nationally acclaimed Native American storyteller and writer who has authored more than 70 books of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry for adults and children. He lives in upstate New York. Michael J. Caduto is an award-winning and internationally known author, master storyteller, poet, musician, educator, and ecologist. He has received numerous awards, including the New York State Outdoor Education Association's Art and Literary Award, New England's Regional Award for Excellence in Environmental Education, the American Booksellers' "Pick of the List" Award, and the Association of Children's Booksellers' Choice Award, among others. He travels widely presenting environmental and cultural performances, speeches and workshops for children and adults. His recent books include Earth Tales from Around the World and The Crimson Elf: Italian Tales of Wisdom. He lives in Vermont.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Fulcrum Inc.,US
• Date d'édition: 1997
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1555911773
• ISBN 13: 9781555911775
• Reliure: Broché
• Illustrateur: Fadden David Kanietakeron
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 146
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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