This Native American creation myth is retold by Linda Wallace and illustrated by Kathleen Langford. A wonderful book for young readers, it retells a classic creation story of Northern California Native Americans, as recorded by Joaquin Miller, an early pioneer and writer. The story reveals the reverence Native Americans held for the Grizzly Bear as their paternal ancestor and deity. Colorful and unique illustrations with interpretive information of Native American uses of, and relationship to, regional animals and plants, ...
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This Native American creation myth is retold by Linda Wallace and illustrated by Kathleen Langford. A wonderful book for young readers, it retells a classic creation story of Northern California Native Americans, as recorded by Joaquin Miller, an early pioneer and writer. The story reveals the reverence Native Americans held for the Grizzly Bear as their paternal ancestor and deity. Colorful and unique illustrations with interpretive information of Native American uses of, and relationship to, regional animals and plants, enhance its educational value for young readers and listeners.
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