Author: G. I. Groves Publisher: ISBN: 9781436706018 Category : Languages : en Pages : 276
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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Author: William Heuman Publisher: Dodd Mead ISBN: 9780396065104 Category : Indians of North America Languages : en Pages : 128
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Biographical sketches of nine Indian leaders reveal their aspirations and their individual struggles to protect their homelands and way of life
Author: Publisher: ISBN: Category : Indians of North America Languages : en Pages : 40
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Photographs and portraits of twenty famous Native Americans including Red Cloud, Billy Bowlegs, Rain in the Face, Geronimo and Lone Wolf.
Author: Adrienne Keene Publisher: Ten Speed Press ISBN: 1984857959 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 145
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An accessible and educational illustrated book profiling 50 notable American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian people, from NBA star Kyrie Irving of the Standing Rock Lakota to Wilma Mankiller, the first female principal chief of the Cherokee Nation An American Indian Library Association Youth Literature Award Young Adult Honor Book! Celebrate the lives, stories, and contributions of Indigenous artists, activists, scientists, athletes, and other changemakers in this beautifully illustrated collection. From luminaries of the past, like nineteenth-century sculptor Edmonia Lewis—the first Black and Native American female artist to achieve international fame—to contemporary figures like linguist jessie little doe baird, who revived the Wampanoag language, Notable Native People highlights the vital impact Indigenous dreamers and leaders have made on the world. This powerful and informative collection also offers accessible primers on important Indigenous issues, from the legacy of colonialism and cultural appropriation to food sovereignty, land and water rights, and more. An indispensable read for people of all backgrounds seeking to learn about Native American heritage, histories, and cultures, Notable Native People will educate and inspire readers of all ages.
Author: Liz Sonneborn Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books ISBN: 0761340866 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 84
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Examines the history and culture of Native Americans, highlighting their contributions to American society, and looking at the achievements of notable Native American performers, writers, athletes, artists, and leaders.
Author: Jimmy Beason Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1648762891 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 113
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Powerful stories of influential Native Americans—for kids ages 8 to 12 From every background and tribal nation, native people are a vital part of history. This collection of Native American stories for kids explores 15 Native Americans and some of the incredible things they achieved. Kids will explore the ways each of these people used their talents and beliefs to stand up for what's right and stay true to themselves and their community. Becoming a leader—Learn how Sitting Bull led with spiritual guidance and a strong will, and how Tecumseh inspired warriors to protect their communities from white American hostility. Staying strong—Discover athletes like Maria Tallchief, who broke barriers in ballet, and Jim Thorpe, who showed the world that a native man could win Olympic gold. Fighting for change—Find out how Deb Haaland and Suzan Harjo use their activism to raise awareness about Native American issues today. Go beyond other books on Native American history for kids with a closer look at notable native people who helped change the world.
Author: O. O. Howard Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781519490377 Category : Languages : en Pages : 100
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Famous Indian Chiefs I Have Known is a collection of short biographies of famous Native Americans written around the turn of the 20th century.
Author: G. I. Groves
Author: G. I. Groves
Author: William Heuman
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Author: Adrienne Keene
Author: Liz Sonneborn
Author: Jimmy Beason
Author: O. O. Howard
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