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Author Dwyer, Helen.

Title Navajo history and culture / Helen Dwyer illustrated by D. L. Birchfield.

Imprint New York : Gareth Stevens, 2012.

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Location Call No. OPAC Message Status
 PCMS Jumpstart Non-Fiction  979.1 DWYER    ---  DUE 04-02-24
 PCMS Jumpstart Non-Fiction  979.1 DWYER    ---  Available
Edition New ed.
Description 48 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 27 cm
Series Native American library
Note Includes chronology.
Includes glossary.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (p 44-45) and index.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 44-45) and index.
Contents Land and origins - History - Traditional way of life - Navajo life today - Current Navajo issues.
Summary The proud people of the Navajo Nation continue to keep their history alive, and readers learn about that rich history in this book. As the largest reservation-based nation in North America, the Navajo Nation is connected by a shared past and a collective hope for a brighter future. Readers explore how the Navajo have fought to maintain their unique identity in the face of many obstacles. Also discovering the wonders of Navajo culture including elaborate ceremonies, beautiful clothing, and jewelry. This detailed look at Navajo life includes firsthand accounts of Navajo history, modern challenges facing this proud nation, and striking images that bring life to these fascinating facts. Activities, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Sidebars.
Audience 3456 Childrens Plus, Inc.
650 Lexile.
O Fountas and Pinnell.
Study Program Accelerated Reader AR MG RL 7.8 1.0 147991 PCMS.
Subject Navajo Indians -- History.
Navajo Indians -- Social life and customs.
Added Author Birchfield, D. L., 1948- illustrator.
Added Title Navajo history & culture
ISBN 0329916955
1433966727
1433966743
9780329916954 ( bdg.)
9781433966729
9781433966743 (pbk.)

 
    
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