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Books in Native American series

  • Huron

    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 Huron Indians, a tribe whose homelands centered around the Great Lakes region but now include Kansas and Oklahoma.
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  • Chinook Indians

    Suzanne Morgan Williams

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, April 1, 2003)
    An introduction to the history, social life and customs, and present life of the Chinook Indians.
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  • Chumash

    Sarah Tieck

    Library Binding (Big Buddy Books, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Introuduces the Chumash Indians, including their history, religion, and customs.
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  • Ute

    Katie Lajiness

    Library Binding (Big Buddy Books, Sept. 1, 2018)
    This title introduces readers to the Ute people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans and American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Ute

    Barbara A Gray-Kanatiiosh

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

    Helen Dwyer, Amy M. Stone

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Filled with colorful photographs, this thoroughly researched volume portrays the history and culture of the Oneidas for readers. The account of Oneida history covers such topics as the Iroquois Confederacy, the impact of European colonists on Oneida life, the struggles of Oneidas during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the new prosperity of Oneidas in the 21st century. In its examination of Oneida culture, the book explores the nations traditional way of life, the role of clans, the important place of women in Oneida society, and Oneida beliefs. A timeline gives readers a brief history of the Oneidas at a glance, and additional resources and suggested activities offer readers more ways to learn about the Oneidas' fascinating culture.
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  • Abnakis and Their History

    Eugene Vetromile

    Paperback (Applewood Books, Dec. 23, 2009)
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  • Turquoise Boy

    Cohlene

    Paperback (Troll Communications, Aug. 12, 1996)
    A retelling of a Navajo Indian legend in which Turquoise Boy searches for something that will make the Navajo people's lives easier; includes a brief history of the Navajo people and their customs.
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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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  • Apache

    Sarah Tieck

    Library Binding (Big Buddy Books, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Informative, easy-to read text and oversized photographs draw in readers as they learn about the Apache. Traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more are covered. A map highlights the tribes homeland, while fun facts and a timeline with photos help break up the text. Also discussed is contact with Europeans and American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. The book closes with a quote from a tribe leader. Readers are left with a deeper understanding of the Apache people. Table of contents, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
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  • Pawnee

    Katie Lajiness

    Library Binding (Big Buddy Books, Sept. 1, 2018)
    This title introduces readers to the Pawnee people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans and American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • The Cherokee

    Richard M Gaines

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Oct. 1, 2000)
    Presents a brief introduction to the Cherokee Indians including information on their society, homes, food, clothing, crafts, and life today.
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