The Legend of the Bluebonnet
by:
Tomie dePaola (author)
When a killing drought threatens the existence of the tribe, a courageous little Comanche girl sacrifices her most beloved possession--and the Great Spirit's answer results not only in much needed rain but a very special gift in return. "An ideal complement to Native American and Texas...
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When a killing drought threatens the existence of the tribe, a courageous little Comanche girl sacrifices her most beloved possession--and the Great Spirit's answer results not only in much needed rain but a very special gift in return. "An ideal complement to Native American and Texas studies..."Booklist
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780698113596 (0698113594)
Publish date: April 16th 1996
Publisher: Puffin
Pages no: 32
Edition language: English
Category:
Childrens,
Cultural,
Juvenile,
Historical Fiction,
Environment,
Nature,
Family,
Kids,
Picture Books,
Folklore,
Folk Tales
Series: Legends
I think this is a good book in and of itself - the story is nice, the illustrations are wonderful, but it also is such a great springboard for so many other things. It is a great way to talk to children about the concept of 'sacrifice' and also how legends tell us a great deal about the people who t...
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