Native American Picture Books of Change: Historic Children's Books: Historic Children's Books
In this book illustrated with 150 enchanting paintings and historical photographs, some from as early as 1922, the author describes the history and motivation behind some of the most exceptional children's books published in the United States. These picture book readers, originally developed for use in Indian schools during the New Deal, represent the first Native-centred texts used in Bureau of Indian Affairs curriculum. They were written by lauded writers, ethnologists, and linguists and illustrated with the stunning work of emerging and prominent Native American artists.
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Native American Picture Books of Change: Historic Children's Books: Historic Children's Books
In this book illustrated with 150 enchanting paintings and historical photographs, some from as early as 1922, the author describes the history and motivation behind some of the most exceptional children's books published in the United States. These picture book readers, originally developed for use in Indian schools during the New Deal, represent the first Native-centred texts used in Bureau of Indian Affairs curriculum. They were written by lauded writers, ethnologists, and linguists and illustrated with the stunning work of emerging and prominent Native American artists.
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Native American Picture Books of Change: Historic Children's Books: Historic Children's Books
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780890134719 |
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Publisher: | Museum of New Mexico Press |
Publication date: | 02/13/2004 |
Pages: | 176 |
Product dimensions: | 11.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.90(d) |
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