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Read aloud to kids. Interesting read, though looking at reviews it is apparently not considered an accurate view of Native Americans. Still a fun read.
Jan 22, 2008
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I began teaching a reading group today that is reading this book in their class. So, I read the whole thing in one sitting.
I like this book because it showed how much Native Americans can teach white people. I could use the past tense, but I think there is still a lot for us white people to learn.
I also liked the story because a 13 year old boy was left alone to protect the family homestead for several months.
This is a story of courage and honor and of coming of age.
I won't give away the ending, ...more
I like this book because it showed how much Native Americans can teach white people. I could use the past tense, but I think there is still a lot for us white people to learn.
I also liked the story because a 13 year old boy was left alone to protect the family homestead for several months.
This is a story of courage and honor and of coming of age.
I won't give away the ending, ...more
I believe the teen chews tree sap instead of gum? This blew my mind. I tried it, but either did something terribly wrong or I'm just not 'core enough.
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Could have been the audio version, but for some reason this one annoyed me.
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