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Native American celebrations and ceremonies  Cover Image Book Book

Native American celebrations and ceremonies / Trisha James.

James, Trisha, (author.).

Summary:

"Native American celebrations are packed with symbolic gestures andintriguing details. A kind of party called a potlatch, staged by native peoplesof the Pacific Northwest, was marked by guests receiving gifts, not givingthem, and were sometimes observed to get back at an enemy. This appealing volumeabout a high-interest aspect of native cultures highlights several celebrationslike the potlatch as well as ceremonies important to Native Americans acrossNorth America. Thought-provoking fact boxes, historical images, and modern-daycustoms will engage readers of all levels. A concluding graphic organizer andcritical-thinking questions encourage readers to consider the book's keyideas"--| Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781502664266
  • Physical Description: 32 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
  • Publisher: New York : Cavendish Square Publishing, 2023.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Target Audience Note:
Grades 4-6 Cavendish Square Publishing
Subject: Indians of North America > Social life and custsoms > Juvenile literature.
Indians of North America > Rites and ceremonies > Juvenile literature.
Indians of North America > Juvenile literature.
Genre: Illustrated works.

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  • 1 of 1 copy available at Branch District Library.

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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Coldwater Branch J 305.897 JAM (Text) 35401425276085 Juvenile Non-fiction Available -


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