Life in an Anishinabe Camp

Native Nations of North America

by Niki Walker (editor and author)

Beautiful artwork helps illuminate the daily lives of the Anishinaabe, or "first people", also known as the Chippewa or Ojibwa. Living in the Western Great Lakes region, the Anishinaabe adapted to each season by changing camp locations to better suit the changing weather. The importance of family, community, and cooperation is apparent as fascinating text - clan and camp life - camps for different seasons and activities - how wigwams were built - hunting and gathering - clothing - the roles of men and women - celebrations, games, and leisure

Genres: History

32 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2002

Reviews

[KaitandMaddie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would strongly prefer something by a native author and I don’t believe that’s the case here. That said, it was a starting place for the girls.

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting and easy to read, as all books in this series the content is presented with illustrations, artwork and drawings of artifacts as well as a few photographs. The artwork varies greatly in quality and style. The art work is quite detailed, and often there are multiple drawings on each page, making it a more difficult book to use as a read aloud in a group setting.
Although there is a great deal of content it is broken down into bite sized, manageable piece, that even the most resistant student should be able to handle.
The content is appropriate for young readers, although at times it may be over sanitized giving the impression that it was an life was always easy, simple and peaceful.
Although there is a glossary, there is no pronunciation guide.
Contents:
People of the lakes
Families, clans, and councils
Setting up camp
In the wigwam
Sharing the work
Children's lives
Materials form nature
Hunting and fishing
Food from the land
Clothing
Fun and games
Beliefs and gratitude
Contact with the Europeans

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of Information packed into a small book for youths.