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Understanding Native American Myths

by Megan Kopp
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Explore the rich worldview of Native North American tribes through their myths and legends. Tales originating from various tribes functioned in a number of important ways: they explained the story of creation, described the relationship of humans to the rest of the universe, and preserved the sacred history of the tribe. In addition, myths and storytelling helped Native Americans pass on knowledge related to hunting, fishing, farming, healing the sick, and dealing with conflict or disaster. This book also places their mythology in historical context, for example, connecting earth myths with the Native Americans' real-life, tragic struggle to preserve their lands. Topics include:

  • The Great Mystery

  • Animal guides

  • The four directions
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    Series: Myths Understood Publisher: Crabtree Publishing

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    • ISBN: 9781427191144
    • Release date: November 15, 2012

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    • ISBN: 9781427191144
    • File size: 15472 KB
    • Release date: November 15, 2012
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    subjects

    History Sociology Young Adult Nonfiction

    Languages

    English

    Levels

    ATOS Level:6.5
    Lexile® Measure:960
    Interest Level:4-8(MG)
    Text Difficulty:5-6

    Explore the rich worldview of Native North American tribes through their myths and legends. Tales originating from various tribes functioned in a number of important ways: they explained the story of creation, described the relationship of humans to the rest of the universe, and preserved the sacred history of the tribe. In addition, myths and storytelling helped Native Americans pass on knowledge related to hunting, fishing, farming, healing the sick, and dealing with conflict or disaster. This book also places their mythology in historical context, for example, connecting earth myths with the Native Americans' real-life, tragic struggle to preserve their lands. Topics include:

  • The Great Mystery

  • Animal guides

  • The four directions
    • Expand title description text
    History Sociology Young Adult Nonfiction