Sioux

by Thomas Kingsley Troupe

Overview

The people of the Sioux Nation have made their homes in North America for hundreds of years. Discover this amazing nation, its proud history, and how its members continue to honor their culture today. Learn about traditional Sioux foods, artwork, and ceremonies. Read about great leaders like Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse who fought to keep their people free. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781638979937
Publisher:	Seahorse Publishing
Publication date:	01/30/2023
Series:	Nations of North America Series
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	674,051
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.35(d)
Age Range:	9 - 10 Years

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2023

Gr 3–5—Six Nations that have had an indelible impact on U.S. history and geography receive their respective due in this informative, well-organized series. Basic topics are covered in each volume, and the meaning/origin of each Nation's name is given. Sections include an Introduction; Homelands (how long the Nation has lived in North America; struggles to maintain their lands); Traditional Ways of Life (food, shelter, language, family, society); Traditional Creations (e.g., handicrafts, instruments, clothing, weapons); Leaders (historical notables' dates/achievements, heroism/bravery), The People Today (Nations' current U.S. populations, businesses, ways they honor heritage). The well-written series has flowing prose; brief sentences expedite the reading pace. The author's viewpoint is sympathetic: The Nations' harsh treatment by white settlers throughout their histories is treated candidly but not morbidly. The series is distinguished by its striking visual design: Each volume includes impressive color, black-and-white, and sepia historical photos, paintings, illustrations, and drawings that convey the Nations' cultures and ways of life; all graphics include informative captions. Additionally, table of contents pages helpfully explain the historic cover photographs. Each volume includes a map showing the nation's range. Sidebars and occasional charts provide additional information, including Native words, which don't usually feature pronunciation guidance. A "Teaching Tips" page for caregivers and teachers precedes the main text in each book; caregivers are offered strategies to help students bolster reading skills; teachers are given questions for before, during, and after reading; sample answers are provided. Back matter includes a glossary (with pronunciation guides), index, and comprehension questions. VERDICT Recommended for schools and public libraries. This fine introductory series for younger students and striving readers contains a solid overview of information for reports.

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