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Ancestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kids - by Cynthia Leitich Smith (Hardcover)

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  • Edited by award-winningand bestselling author Cynthia Leitich Smith, this collection of intersectingstories by both new and veteran Native writers bursts with hope, joy, resilience, the strength of community, and Native pride.Native familiesfrom Nations across the continent gather at the Dance for Mother Earth Powwowin Ann Arbor, Michigan.In a high schoolgym full of color and song, people dance, sell beadwork and books, andcelebrate friendship and heritage.
  • 8-12 Years
  • 8.3" x 5.5" Hardcover
  • 320 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, People & Places

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"Edited by award-winning and bestselling author Cynthia Leitich Smith, this collection of intersecting stories by both new and veteran Native writers bursts with hope, joy, resilience, the strength of community, and Native pride."--Publisher's description.



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Edited by award-winning
and bestselling author Cynthia Leitich Smith, this collection of intersecting
stories by both new and veteran Native writers bursts with hope, joy,
resilience, the strength of community, and Native pride.


Native families
from Nations across the continent gather at the Dance for Mother Earth Powwow
in Ann Arbor, Michigan.


In a high school
gym full of color and song, people dance, sell beadwork and books, and
celebrate friendship and heritage. Young protagonists will meet relatives from
faraway, mysterious strangers, and sometimes one another (plus one scrappy rez
dog).


They are the
heroes of their own stories.


Featuring stories and poems by:


Joseph Bruchac

Art Coulson


Christine Day

Eric Gansworth


Carole Lindstrom

Dawn Quigley


Rebecca Roanhorse

David A. Robertson


Andrea L. Rogers

Kim Rogers


Cynthia Leitich Smith

Monique Gray Smith


Traci Sorell,

Tim Tingle


Erika T. Wurth

Brian Young


In partnership with We Need Diverse Books



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"This uplifting assembly affirms the vitality of Indigenous life today and offers accessible situations and characters to all young readers." - Shelf Awareness

"A thoughtful and sometimes funny celebration of a celebration, and whether kids are veteran powwow-goers or new to the experience, they'll long for the convivial warmth of the festivities." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"The entries tell of the personal struggles, family joy, belief systems, and stunning regalia of various nations, including the Cree, Ojibwe, Choctaw, Cherokee, Navajo, Abenaki, and Haudenosaunee, through the eyes of the young protagonists. Enrollment issues, Indian wannabes, and veterans' histories are just a few of the serious themes addressed in these entertaining stories written by familiar and lesser-known writers alike. Senses of goodwill and humor pervade the book as well as the spirit of community, intersection, resilience, and a desire to remember the past... A joyful invitation to celebrate the circle of ancestors together." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"With exceptionally strong writing throughout, and appended with glossary, author notes, and acknowledgements, this makes an appealing choice for those just learning about contemporary Indigenous life as well as readers well versed with the powwow circuit." - Booklist (starred review)

"A wonderful introduction to the included authors' work and a persuasive encouragement to seek out more Indigenous stories." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"This anthology offers readers a variety of images of Native children while also introducing them to vocabulary from several different Indigenous languages, compiled in an appended glossary. According to Rogers's poem: "A powwow is / friends and family / ...a way to remember those / who've passed on / ...a place for belly-laughing / ...healing / and soul-soothing," and this volume reflects all of those elements and more." - Horn Book Magazine


Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x 1.2 Inches (D)
Weight: .83 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: People & Places
Publisher: Heartdrum
Theme: United States, Native American
Format: Hardcover
Author: Cynthia Leitich Smith
Language: English
Street Date: February 9, 2021
TCIN: 80594644
UPC: 9780062869944
Item Number (DPCI): 247-52-3917
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Beautiful, Powerful Story Telling

These stories have lots of heart. It’s easy to get connected to the characters even though I’m not native. It’s easy to relate and have empathy even though I don’t have the same lived experiences. I found myself laughing some and sometimes wanting to give someone a hug. The rez dog story might be my favorite. I’d recommend this book to everyone!
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