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Author
Publisher
Adventure Publications, an imprint of AvetureKeen
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"They are silent and beautiful. They symbolize knowledge and mystery. Owls are among the most popular and beloved animals in the world. Yet most are nocturnal, so an owl sighting is a remarkable event, one worthy of remembering and sharing with others. Award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela believes that owls are intriguing birds. He spent more than 20 years traveling across the country to observe and photograph the...
Author
Publisher
Hierophant Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"One of the main tenets of shamanism is a belief in the power of rituals and ceremonies to manifest change in the physical world. Every shamanic school on the planet has used rituals and ceremonies as tools for personal transformation. In this book, shaman and New York Times best-selling author Don Jose Ruiz explains many of the most popular rituals and ceremonies used in shamanism, and tells readers how to perform these rites on their own. Don Jose...
Author
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2025].
Language
English
Description
"Combining historical background with discussion of contemporary Native nations and their living cultures, this comprehensive text introduces students to some of the many indigenous peoples in North America. The book is organized into parts corresponding to regional divisions within which similar, though not identical, cultural practices developed. Each part opens with an overview of the topography, climate, and natural resources in the area, and...
Author
Publisher
Lexington Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Drawing on data and stories from Native 24/7, a 5-year, 700-particpant social investigation of Indigenous identity, the authors document what Native people believe characterizes, constitutes, and contributes to contemporary Native identities"--
Author
Publisher
The University of Utah Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
As the Ice Age came to an end, North America lost a stunning variety of animals. Mammoths, mastodon, llamas, ground-dwelling sloths the size of elephants, beavers the size of bears, pronghorn antelope the size of poodles, and carnivores to chase them--sabertooth cats, dire wolves, American lions and cheetahs; these and many more were gone by 10,000 years ago. Giant Sloths and Sabertooth Cats surveys all these animals, with a particular focus on the...
8) The Hopi
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about the Hopi people. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
Author
Publisher
Reaktion Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"John James Audubon (1785-1851), artist, naturalist, and creator of the celebrated The Birds of America, is widely regarded as America's first exceptional watercolorist. This book offers a unique exploration of Audubon's artistic journey intertwined with the drama of his life, unveiling how he studied both past and contemporary artists to forge something entirely innovative. Through this book, readers are invited to rediscover Audubon's groundbreaking...
12) My powerful hair
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Mom never had long hair?she was told it was too wild. Grandma couldn?t have long hair?hers was taken from her. But one young girl can?t wait to grow her hair long: for herself, for her family, for her connection to her culture and the Earth, and to honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her." --publisher's website.
13) The Blackfeet
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2024.
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about the Blackfeet. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8" --
Author
Series
Sun tracks volume 63
Publisher
University of Arizona Press
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Heyday
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
In this sumptuous cookbook, Sara Calvosa Olson (Karuk) reimagines some of the oldest foods in California for home cooks today. Meaning "Let's eat!" in the Karuk language, Ch̕mi Nu'am shares the author's delicious and inventive takes on Native food styles from across California. Over seventy seasonal recipes centered on a rich array of Indigenous ingredients follow the year from Fall (elk chili beans, acorn crepes) to Winter (wild boar pozole, huckleberry...
17) Snoozing sun
Author
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Publisher
Minneapolis Institute of Art in association with the University of Washington Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Women have long been the creative force behind Native American art, yet their individual contributions have been largely unrecognized, instead treated as anonymous representations of entire cultures. 'Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists' explores the artistic achievements of Native women and establishes their rightful place in the art world. This lavishly illustrated book, a companion to the landmark exhibition, includes works of art from...
Author
Series
Ouroboros volume 2
Publisher
Wednesday Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Gem Echols, now wielding the power of the God of Air, grapples with the unintended chaos unleashed upon the pantheon, leading them to confront the dilemma of restoring balance without sacrificing themselves.
20) The Sioux
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2024.
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
Description
"The Sioux are a confederacy of Native American tribes that speak three different dialects: Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota. In this title, carefully leveled text helps readers discover how the Sioux once lived, how they continue their traditions, and more. Special features show where the Sioux once lived and where their lands are located today, lay out important events in a historical timeline, and more."--