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Keepers of the night : Native stories and nocturnal activities for children

Caduto, Michael J. (author.). Bruchac, Joseph, 1942- (author.). Fadden, David Kanietakeron (illustrator.). Levasseur, Jo (illustrator.). Wood, Carol (illustrator.).

Summary: "Through traditional Native stories, information, and activities, the world of night comes vibrantly to life. Perfect for anyone teaching children about nature and the outdoors, Keepers of the Night offers a unique perspective on the dark side of the natural world." -- back cover

Record details

ISBN: 9781895618396 (softcover) :
ISBN: 1895618398 :
Physical Description: print
146 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Edition: First Canadian edition.
Publisher: Saskatoon : Fifth House, [1994]
Copyright: ©1994

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

1. Tips and techniques for bringing this book to life -- 2. How the bat came to be (Anishinabe-Eastern Woodland) -- 3. Moth, the fire dancer (Paiute-Great Basin) -- 4. Oot-Kwah-Tah, the seven star dancers (Onondaga-Eastern Woodland) The creation of the moon (Dine --Southwest) --5. Chipmunk and the owl sisters (Okanaga {Colville}-Plateau) The great lacrosse game (Menominee --Eastern Woodland) --6. How grizzly bear climbed the mountain (Shoshone-Great Basin)