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Native American Library: Sets 1 - 3
This 18-book collection of our popular series offers readers an educational and enlightening look at some of the oldest and most diverse cultures to exist in North America. Readers explore both past and present challenges faced by various Native American groups—including the Comanche and the Sioux. Informative and engaging text provides a comprehensive picture of Native American life from before the arrival of the Europeans through modern times. Readers discover incredible first-person accounts of native cultures and fascinating facts about the rich traditions of Native American groups, including their methods of worship, their artistic endeavors, and their cultural celebrations. • Comprehensive introduction to each book provides overview of the history of Native Americans in North America • Boxed insets and sidebars provide first-person perspectives and further information • Detailed photographs accompany well-researched historical information about each featured Native American group • Activities allow for a hands-on approach to learning about each native culture • Timeline provided in each book highlights the major events in each group’s history • Glossary, index, and sources for further information guide readers as they explore each book
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Series Review: Native American Library
Each title in the series covers how each group first came to the Americas, experienced reservation life, and eventually achieved self-government, followed by chapters on Land and Origins, History, Traditional Way of Life, Life Today, and Current Issues. Final chapters address controversial topics such as land claims, natural resources, rights, and casinos. Each title includes extension activities such as crafts, cultural projects, debate topics, writing prompts, and ideas for social activism. Additional features include pertinent quotes set off from the text and retellings of myths. The set is visually appealing with numerous full-color captioned illustrations. The titles will attract browsers and also provide accessible support for student researchers. Highly Recommended.
- Library Media Connection
Collection Review: Native American Library These titles will serve as excellent resources for any curriculum that includes a study of specific Native American tribes. The writing is straightforward and easily understood, and includes an abundance of interesting facts, full-color photographs, and historical images. School Library Journal Collection Review: Native American Library ... Native American Library series vividly portrays the history and culture of various Native American tribes in plain terms, enhanced with striking full-color photography on almost every page ... A glossary, timeline, and index round out this excellent, accessible series for young adults: highly recommended especially for grade school and junior high library collections. Children's Bookwatch
