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English
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Initially conceived after reading the works of Henry Rowe Schoolcraft, who was known for his early studies of Native American culture, "The Song of Hiawatha" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is an epic poem based on the legends of the Ojibwa Indians of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Written in 1855 in trochaic tetrameter, the tale is set in the picturesque Pictured Rocks area along the south shore of Lake Superior. The lyrical descriptions of this...
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Series
Publisher
Tor
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
"In this third book of the People of the Longhouse quartet, dangerous sorcerer Atotarho sets into motion a cataclysmic battle that threatens to destroy the Iroquoian world. Only three people are brave enough to challenge him: a disgraced warrior known as Sky Messenger; his friend War Chief Hiyawento; and a powerful clan matron named Jigonsaseh. To stop the madman, they must find a way to bring five warring nations together"--
6) The Iroquois
Author
Publisher
Rourke Publications
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Examines the history, traditional lifestyle, and current situation of the Iroquois Indians.
7) Hiawatha
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An abridgement of the epic poem describing the legendary life and deeds of the Indian leader and hero.
8) The Iroquois
Author
Publisher
F. Watts
Language
English
Description
Examines the history, social and political organization, religion, customs, traditional lifestyle, and current situation of the Iroquois Indians.
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Series
Language
English
Description
"War Chief Koracoo and Deputy Gonda of the Standing Stone People have successfully rescued their children, Odion and Tutelo, from Gannajero the Trader. Known as the Crow, Gannajero is a figure out of nightmare--a witch who steals children. Odion's friend Wrass is still held captive, along with several other children, in Gannajero's camp, and Koracoo and Gonda are determined to save them all. This time, Koracoo and Gonda have allies: a battle-weary...
13) The Mohawk
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Highlights the history and some of the political and social traditions of the Mohawk tribe and Iroquois confederation.
14) The Iroquois
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Pub
Pub. Date
c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a brief introduction to the Iroquois Indians including information on their society, homes, food, clothing, crafts, and life today.
Publisher
Morrow
Pub. Date
[1987]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
A collection of sixteen traditional tales told by the Iroquois Indians, some featuring talking animals and some presenting terrifying flesh-eating creatures such as the Naked Bear, the Stone Coat, and the Whirlwinds.
18) The Iroquois
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Magic Wagon
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Iroquois myths and legends were an important way for customs, beliefs, and histories to be passed down orally through the generations. These myths often explain natural events. In this creation myth, the creation of Earth by Sky Woman and Big Turtle is told. The Iroquois nature myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Native American Myth.