Poetry and prose from students at Red Cloud Indian school. Some really good writing with raw emotions and wonderful illustrations.
An insightful, poignant picture book biography. Beautifully designed and illustrated.
4.5 starsGorgeously illustrated picture book about Crazy Horse and his childhood vision quest. This is an interesting look at one of the fiercest Lakota warriors. Remembered for his prowess in battle, Crazy Horse was also kind and generous, as well as a man of few words. The prose is interesting ...
4/4.5 starsI found Black Elk’s Vision a compelling read. Interspersing colorful acrylics with vintage photos of the events described in Black Elk’s narrative, I found this book hard to put down. I also found myself going back to key passages, illustrations, and photos to ensure that I absorbed eve...
For a look into the Native American culture, it's hard to go wrong with any of S.D. Nelson's books. Another excellent offering. Black Elk's Vision: A Lakota StoryThe Star People: A Lakota Story
A beautifully designed and illustrated collection of poetry and prose.
Times may have changed, but Coyote has not. He is up to his old tricks again and on Christmas Eve, Coyote finds himself hungry. Coyote decides to dress up as Santa Claus and trick a family into giving him a free meal. But in the end, Coyote's trick turns into a gift for the family who fed him.Coyote...
As a child Black Elk had a vision of a world that was united. Later in life he became a holy man and was greatly respected by his people. The book follows his life through childhood, teenage years and then into adulthood. The reader learns about Black Elk's vision and what he sees and learns as he g...
Informative and intreresting. Handsomely desgined and illustrated.
A beautifully illustrated book capturing the celebrated Sioux chief, Black Elk, and his experiences at a pivotal point in the history of his people and our nation. An excellent volume to bring this to the wider attention that this story deserves.