| Author |
Deming, Therese O. (Therese Osterheld), 1874- |
| Illustrator |
Deming, Edwin Willard, 1860-1942 |
| Title |
Indian Child Life
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
A runaway -- A greedy bear -- In mischief -- Canoe boys -- Winter fun --- Mr. and Mrs. Antelope and the babies -- The cliff-dwellers and their pets -- The burro race -- Learning to shoot -- Little bird, the Navajo shepherd boy -- Little Beaver and the tame crows -- Bright-eyes and his puma kittens -- Hodgska makes a visit -- Playing at moving house -- The war dance -- Taking care of the ponies -- The babies and the woodpeckers -- How the pueblo boys were frightened.
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| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Josephine Paolucci and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.
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| Summary |
"Indian Child Life" by Therese O. Deming is a collection of children’s stories and illustrations, likely written in the late 19th century. This book presents various tales focusing on the everyday lives and adventures of Native American children, intertwining cultural elements and traditions. The narratives showcase the playful, educational, and moral lessons inherent in the upbringing of these children within their communities. The book comprises a series of charming stories featuring young characters from different Native American tribes, such as the Pueblo, Chippewa, and Crow. These tales highlight their interactions with nature, family, and animals, portraying scenes like a little boy learning to hunt, children playing in the snow, and the joys of childhood adventures. Through these stories, readers are introduced to traditional practices, relationships, and ethical teachings of Native American cultures, all while being entertained by the delightful illustrations and engaging storytelling. Each story reflects the values and experiences that shape the youth within these communities, making it both a cultural exploration and a collection of whimsical children's literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Indian children -- North America -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32301 |
| Release Date |
May 8, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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