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Author
Pub. Date
[2003]
Lexile measure
NC 1010L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces children to the traditional lifestyles of Native nations who lived in the western Great Lakes region, as well as the impact of colonization on Native peoples.
2) In the barn
Author
Lexile measure
920L
Language
English
Description
"This newly revised edition of In the Barn uses full-color pictures to show how the barn was the center of activity on an early farm. Different kinds of barns are clearly detailed from the English and bank style barns in wooded areas to the sod barns of the western prairies. Featured topics include: the fun of a barn raising bee; the work of milking cows, winnowing grain, and mucking out stalls; a tools and gadgets section; and seasonal activities...
Author
Lexile measure
870L
Language
English
Description
"This newly revised edition describes how teachers in early schools often had limited supplies with which to teach the students. Classroom Games describes the fun and creative activities that teachers employed to teach students good behavior as well as the three R's. Explore games that made learning fun involving: spelling and creative writing; arithmetic; geography, history, and art; music; holidays; and scavenger hunts"--
4) Native homes
Author
Pub. Date
[2001]
Lexile measure
NC 1030L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces children to the traditional dwellings built and used by native nations across North America.
Author
Pub. Date
[2004]
Lexile measure
NC 1060L
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Profiles Native Americans who had significant impact on the histories of their own nations, and in the history of the United States and Canada, through their roles as interpreters, guides, warriors, and peacemakers.
8) Owls
Author
Pub. Date
[1987]
Physical Desc
56 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Author
Pub. Date
[1999]
Lexile measure
870L
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), maps ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the lure of gold that drew both men and women west and discusses how they lived, the difficulties they faced, the impact of the gold rush on Native Americans, and more.
Author
Pub. Date
[2001]
Lexile measure
NC 990L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This book follows a nomadic community that based its livelihood on hunting buffalo. Beautiful artwork portrays their daily lives and rich cultural heritage" Cf. Our choice, 2002.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2008]
Lexile measure
NC 810L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
How did the plains nations benefit from the buffalo? How did they use other animals to make warm clothing for winter? This illustrated dictionary introduces the way of life of the early Native peoples who lived on the Great Plains. Themes include: homes, food, clothing, transportation, and hunting techniques.
13) Schoolyard games
Author
Pub. Date
2001.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs, illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
14) Spanish missions
Author
Pub. Date
[1997]
Lexile measure
970L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes mission life during the Spanish colonial period in the southwestern United States, the plight of Native Americans and Roman Catholic missionaries, and Spanish missions today.
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