| Description |
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), map ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
History of holidays and festivals |
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History of holidays and festivals.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index. |
| Contents |
A voice for the people -- Early history -- The role of activism -- The future of Indigenous Peoples' Day -- Important dates -- Stop and think -- Glossary -- Online resources -- Learn more -- Index -- About the author. |
| Summary |
"Throughout US history, Indigenous people have lost their lives and land because of colonization. But today, people across the country celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day. They honor the cultures and contributions of Indigenous nations while raising awareness about current issues that American Indians face. This title looks at how the holiday developed, exploring the effects of colonization, the work of Indigenous activists, and what the future holds for the holiday. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards." -- Publishers website. |
| Audience |
4-8 Medialog, Inc. |
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5. |
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9-14. |
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4-8. |
| Subject |
Indigenous Peoples' Day -- Juvenile literature.
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Holidays -- Juvenile literature.
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| ISBN |
9781098292614 (library binding) |
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1098292618 (library binding) |
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