The Chumash: The Past and Present of California's Seashell People

by Danielle Smith-Llera

Overview

The Chumash thrived along the Pacific coast in California for centuries. But eventually new settlers wanted their land and forced the Chumash into a new way of life. Today, the Chumash celebrate their traditions as they move toward the future in modern America.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543538373
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	12/11/2017
Series:	American Indian Life
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	30 MB
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Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

Danielle Smith-Llera’s former life as a teacher led her to write books for young people. She has taught literature, writing, history, and visual arts to students ranging from elementary school to college. Danielle studied English and Visual Arts at Harvard University and exhibits her artwork internationally. As the spouse of a diplomat, she and her family have lived in Washington D.C., New Delhi, India and Kingston, Jamaica.

Table of Contents

Honoring Traditions 4

Chapter 1 Seashell People 6

Chapter 2 Chumash Struggles 12

Chapter 3 Chumash Communities Today 18

Chapter 4 Protecting Traditions 24

Timeline 29

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Using the Common Core 32

Index 32

Interviews

Primary sources Outstanding photographs Maps Extensive research Expert consultation