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Books with author Barbara A. Gray-Kanatiiosh

  • Shoshone

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2004)
    An introduction to the history, social structure, customs, and present life of the Shoshone Indians.
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  • Cahuilla

    Barbara A. Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Feb. 1, 2007)
    Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Cahuilla history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Cahuilla homes, clothing, and crafts such as pottery and baskets. A traditional myth is included, as are descriptions of famous Cahuilla leaders Chief Cabezon and Juan Antonio and American poet and novelist Helen Hunt Jackson. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, assimilation, missionaries, the formation of reservations, and federal recognition are also addressed. In addition, modern Cahuilla culture and still-celebrated traditions including fiestas are introduced. Cahuilla homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Cahuilla.
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  • The Pueblo

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2002)
    An introduction to the food, homes, clothing, crafts, social life and customs of the Pueblo Indians, a tribe of the southwestern United States.
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  • Mojave

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2004)
    An introduction to the history, social life and customs, and present status of the Mojave Indians.
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  • Gabrielino

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2004)
    An introduction to the history, social life and customs, and present status of the Gabrielino Indians, a tribe whose homelands centered in present day Southern California and included several offshore islands.
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  • The Maidu

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Presents a brief introduction to the Maidu Indians, including information on their homes, society, food, clothing, family life, and life today.
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  • Kumeyaay

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Kumeyaay history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting, fishing, and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Kumeyaay homes, clothing, and crafts such as baskets and pottery. A traditional myth is included, as is a description of famous Kumeyaay leader Jane Dumas. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, assimilation, missionaries, the formation of reservations, and federal recognition are also addressed. In addition, modern Kumeyaay culture and still-celebrated traditions such as bird songs are described. Kumeyaay homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Kumeyaay.
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  • Chickasaw

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Chickasaw history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting, fishing, and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Chickasaw homes, clothing, and crafts such as baskets, mats, and pottery. A traditional myth is included, as is a description of famous Chickasaw leader Tishomingo. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, assimilation, land rights, the formation of reservations, and federal recognition are also addressed. In addition, modern Chickasaw culture and still-celebrated traditions are described. Chickasaw homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Chickasaw.
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  • The Ohlone

    Barbara A. Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Presents the history, culture, daily life and religion of Central California's Ohlone people.
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  • Caddo

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Caddo history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting, fishing, and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Caddo clothing, as well as crafts such as pottery. A traditional myth is included, as is a description of famous Caddo leader White Bread. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, land rights, the formation of reservations, and federal recognition are also addressed. In addition, modern Caddo culture and still-celebrated traditions are introduced. Caddo homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States, and a step-by-step illustration shows readers how the Caddo built their homes. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Caddo.
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  • The Miwok

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2002)
    An introduction to the history, social life and customs, and present life of the Miwok Indians, a tribe in California.
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  • Paiute

    Barbara A. Gray-Kanatiiosh

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Jan. 10, 2007)
    Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Paiute history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting, fishing, and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Paiute homes, clothing, and crafts such as hunting decoys. A traditional myth is included, as is a description of famous Paiute leader Wovoka. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, assimilation, missionaries, land rights, and the formation of reservations are also addressed. In addition, modern Paiute culture is described. Paiute homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Paiute.
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