Ch. 1. The tribes of California -- ch. 2. The creation of the world -- ch. 3. A living natural world -- ch. 4. Stories and ceremonies -- ch. 5. Telling the stories today.
Summary
The California region covers the coastal and inland areas of what is now the state of California. Traditional Stories of the California Nations features stories from several of the region's Native Nations, including the Maidu, Chumash, and Hupa. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. -- Provided by publisher.
Audience
840L Lexile
Summary
Discusses the history of Native Americans in California and describes some of their oral traditions on such subjects as the creation of the Earth and human connection to nature.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.