Native Americans in History: A History Book for Kids - Couverture souple

Beason, Jimmy

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ISBN 10 : 1648762883 ISBN 13 : 9781648762888

Editeur : Rockridge Press, 2021

Synopsis

Powerful stories of influential Native Americans—for kids ages 8 to 12

From every background and tribal nation, native people are a vital part of history. This collection of Native American stories for kids explores 15 Native Americans and some of the incredible things they achieved. Kids will explore the ways each of these people used their talents and beliefs to stand up for what's right and stay true to themselves and their community.

Becoming a leader—Learn how Sitting Bull led with spiritual guidance and a strong will, and how Tecumseh inspired warriors to protect their communities from white American hostility.

Staying strong—Discover athletes like Maria Tallchief, who broke barriers in ballet, and Jim Thorpe, who showed the world that a native man could win Olympic gold.

Fighting for change—Find out how Deb Haaland and Suzan Harjo use their activism to raise awareness about Native American issues today.

Go beyond other books on Native American history for kids with a closer look at notable native people who helped change the world.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

JIMMY LEE BEASON II is a member of the Osage Nation of Oklahoma, from the Eagle Clan. He works as a professor in the Indigenous and American Indian Studies Department at Haskell Indian Nations University. He also writes nonfiction, fiction, poetry, and essays about contemporary native issues.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Rockridge Press
• Date d'édition: 2021
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1648762883
• ISBN 13: 9781648762888
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 116
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible