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Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

By Joseph Bruchac

Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

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"Unusual and intelligent...An exemplary introduction to Native American culture with its emphasis on the importance of nature." -Publishers Weekly In Native American legend, the thirteen scales on Old Turtle's back hold the key to the thirteen cycles of the moon and the changing seasons. These lyrical poems and striking paintings celebrate the wonder of the seasons, from the Northern Cheyenne's Moon of the Popping Trees to the Big Moon of the Abenaki. "This book instills a spiritual respect for our land and an appreciation for the people who were its first caring guardians." -American Bookseller A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Language Arts An IRA Teacher's Choice Book A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
32
Release Date:
1997-08-25
Publication Date:
1997-08-25
Publisher:
Penguin Young Readers Group
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0698115848
ISBN13:
9780698115842
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Minimum Reading Age:
4
Maximum Reading Age:
8
Weight:
127 g
Height:
201 cm
Width:
260 cm
Thickness:
3 cm
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