The First Americans (Group 3)

By David C. King, Sarah E. De Capua, Terry Alan Hicks

Despite four hundred years of warfare, disease, poverty, and other hardships, American Indians have persevered, adapting to modern Western life as they preserve and practice their ancient traditions; language, beliefs, stories, and everyday ways of life. First Americans depicts the major tribes from their early history to their continuing struggle for survival and dignity. Each book explores the background, lifestyle, beliefs, and present-day lives of these fascinating people. Historical and contemporary photographs illustrate American Indian family life. Young readers will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of these first Americans. This set explores the Chumash, Inuit, Nez Perce, Powhatan, Shawnee, and Shoshone cultures.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761426779
• ISBN13: 9780761426776
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Age Range: 8 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 5