Books in Native American Tales series

Come along with us as we meet some of America's first peoples. Turn the pages of Southeast Indians to discover: why Indians of the Southeast wore tattoos, who invented the Cherokee alphabet, what happened on the "Trail of Tears" Each book in the Native Americas series explores a different area of our country and the people who first lived there. Find out how these people lived long ago, what happened when Europeans arrived, and how Native Americans today are keeping their cultures alive. Each book includes: colorful maps, photos, and illustrations, a section on famous Native Americans, a list of books to show you where you can learn more.

Enter the land of myths and mystery. For centuries, stories have been told that explain the world and all of its secrets. The Short Tales Myths explore the most famous tales in a simple writing style for young readers. The brilliant illustrations bring to life the legends of many Native American tribes.Cherokee myths and legends were an important way for customs, beliefs, and histories to be passed down orally through the generations. These myths often explain natural events. In this creation myth, the creation of Earth by the animals and insects is told. The Cherokee nature myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Native American Myth. An easy-to-read series featuring brilliant illustrations to grab young readers' attention! * Age-appropriate Art * Reinforced Library Binding. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades 3-6.

The Cherokee is the largest native tribe in the United States today. Their history dates back 15,000 years, when their ancestors made the long trek to North America from Asia. Readers will find out where the Cherokee originally settled, where and why they migrated, and what happened when European settlers encroached on Cherokee land, with special attention to the infamous Trail of Tears march of 1838-1839. This valuable account makes note of the Cherokee people's extraordinary resilience in rebuilding their culture on reservations and beyond, despite great obstacles.

Turn the pages of this book to learn about Lakota Indians. Read about how they arrived on the Great Plains. Find out how they used parts of the buffalo to make rope, spoons, and pots. Discover how Lakotas moved their tipis from place to place. In this book you will see how the Lakotas caught wild horses, learn how the arrival of settlers changed the Lakota way of life, discover a Lakota game called shinny. This book covers the history, customs, social life, and present status of the Lakota.

Come along with us as we meet some of America's first peoples. Turn the pages of Southwest Indians to discover: what kachinas are and why they are important, how Native American medicine men paint with sand, who became the finest weavers in the Southwest. Each book in the Native Americas series explores a different area of our country and the people who first lived there. Find out how these people lived long ago, what happened when Europeans arrived, and how Native Americans today are keeping their cultures alive. Each book includes: colorful maps, photos, and illustrations, a section on famous Native Americans, a list of books to show you where you can learn more.

Come along with us as we meet some of America's first peoples. Turn the pages of California Indians to discover: the many ways California Indians used acorns, how California Indians created incredible baskets, how modern Indians are keeping the "old ways" alive. Each book in the Native Americas series explores a different area of our country and the people who first lived there. Find out how these people lived long ago, what happened when Europeans arrived, and how Native Americans today are keeping their cultures alive. Each book includes: colorful maps, photos, and illustrations, a section on famous Native Americans, a list of books to show you where you can learn more.