Books in Spotlight on Native Americans series

The history of the Muscogee (Creek) people—Muscogee is their ancestral name—and their traditions, mythology, and art date back to around AD 15 with roots buried deep along the Mississippi River. In this richly illustrated exploration of Muscogee culture and history, readers will discover that these traditions are alive today. However, difficulties are not unknown to the Muscogee people. They suffered great losses along the Trail of Tears, but as a result, the Muscogee took up leadership in the activist movements of modern Native Americans. It is a culture that thrives today, and readers are invited to appreciate the past and glimpse into the future of the Muscogee.

Readers will enjoy this in-depth look at the Shawnee tribe, a people who inhabited much of the American Midwest and Southeast before being moved to Oklahoma in the 1830s. Readers will learn about Shawnee traditions, customs, and history, as well as the ways their lives changed after meeting European settlers. This book explores the past and present of the tribe, giving a glimpse into Shawnee life today. Informative text and color photographs allow readers to connect deeply with this topic. This book is sure to be an excellent addition to social studies instruction.

The Delaware people are a group of Native Americans also known as the Lenape people. Their name comes from the Delaware River valley, which is where many of them lived before Europeans came to North America. Readers explore these and many other facts about the Delawares history, culture, and modern life. The detailed, accessible text is accompanied by both historical images and full-color photographs. Readers are given a focused look at the essential social studies curriculum topic of Native American history and culture while learning about the Delaware people.

Two Cree groups, the Western Woods Crees and the Plains Crees, are explored in this rich volume that spans the history of the Cree people from prehistoric times to the modern day. European settlers, traders, and missionaries have affected the Cree people and their way of life. This volume addresses this complex history in an engaging way, and also looks at the rich cultural heritage of these groups, including their daily customs, religion, governmental structure, and art. Captivating illustrations and photography bring the lives of the Cree peoplepast and presentto life.

Make history come alive in your classroom! The Spotlight on America series is designed to introduce students to some of the important historical figures and events in American history. Each title in this series includes a balanced variety of activities in reading, language arts, social studies, and science. The activities in this book include:ulli Writing letters/lili Keeping journals/lili Writing a How To essay/lili Readers Theater/lili Using maps and timelines/lili Holding a classroom Colonial Day/li/ul

This richly illustrated and fascinating book explores the complex and diverse Shoshone people. Shoshone history and culturepast and presentis explored through an examination of the people and places that impacted the Shoshone, while language, ritual, and folklore tell the tale of a spiritual people. The Shoshone are deeply protective of their lands, from their earliest battles with the Mormons to later political activism to thwart nuclear testing. Readers will come away with a deep appreciation for the Shoshone way of life.

The Nez Perce are a resilient people with a proud tradition of folklore and religion. The culture and history of these Native Americans is chronicled through first-hand accounts and stunning photographs and illustrations in this comprehensive book. This resource transports readers to the moment when the Nez Perce met with explorers Lewis and Clark and sheds light on the complexities of the battles they endured with American troops. Care and attention are also given to discussing current issues facing the Nez Perce today.

Readers will find a rich learning experience in this book about the Seminole, a Native American tribe originally from Florida. Readers will learn about how the Seminole tribe developed their own identity, as well as their colorful traditions and customs. This book also explains how the Seminole tribe changed after contact with the European settlers, and what life is like for the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma and the Seminole Tribe of Florida today. This book supports American history curricula, both regional and national. Attention-grabbing text and brilliant photographs ensure that readers will have a strong grasp of Seminole life, past and present.

Once a powerful nation commanding the Great Plains of the United States throughout the nineteenth century, the story of the Cheyenne people is one of challenges and acceptance. The strong and proud Cheyenne have encountered many hardships throughout their history, including dangerous battles, the loss of land, and modern-day economic struggles. Beautiful artwork and eye-catching photography thrust readers into Cheyenne culture and way of life, spanning historical roots to life on the reservation today.

The six tribes that make up the Iroquois Confederacy (Haudenosaunee) dominated the land thats now New York State for thousands of years before Europeans arrived. Though united as the Six Nations, the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora Nations each developed a unique culture with a shared set of customs. This volume traces the history of the Iroquois people, from their storied past through the contributions of Native Americans today. With text written to support elementary social studies curricula, readers learn how the Iroquois Confederacy has shaped the land and the ways of life of the people living on it both in the past and today. Historical photographs and primary sources provide opportunities for additional learning.

This book introduces readers to the Choctaw tribe, a Native American group originally from the Southeastern United States. This text discusses traditional clothing, diet, customs, and housing of the Choctaw tribe, as well as how their way of life changed after interactions with European peoples. This book also covers what the Choctaw tribe is like today, including where they live and how they keep their past alive. Readers will find a rich learning experience through engaging text and color photographs. This book supports history curricula, both regional and national.