The Ojibwe: The Past and Present of the Anishinaabe

by Alesha Halvorson

Overview

The Great Lakes region and parts of Canada were home to the Ojibwe. But the Anishinaabe suffered great losses of land and other broken treaties when settlers discovered Ojibwe homelands. Today, the Ojibwe preserve their culture and maintain their traditions in modern America.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515702443
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2016
Series:	American Indian Life
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	726,766
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	940L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Celebrating Traditions 4

Chapter 1 Early Life 6

Chapter 2 Loss and Change 12

Chapter 3 Ojibwe Life Today 16

Chapter 4 Connecting to the Past 20

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

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2016
Gr 3–5—Content in each book is divided into four basic categories: origins, contact with Europeans, contemporary tribal life, and efforts to protect or preserve traditions. The writing is clear and accessible. The series excels at highlighting characteristics that make each tribe unique. For instance, in Creek the author explains how a network of rivers and creeks in now present-day Alabama and Georgia facilitated travel and led to the growth of Muscogee villages and towns along these waterways hundreds of years ago. Though they were separated geographically, they were united by common tribal interests. The authors do not shy away from injustices these groups faced at the hands of the U.S. government and people. However, ample space is given to explore and celebrate each group in the present day. Illustrations are an attractive, well-curated balance of etchings, maps, and photographs. A consultant is listed for each title, but it is unclear if any tribal leaders or experts were also consulted. VERDICT Informative and nuanced, this series will make a nice addition to most school and public library collections.

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