Bishop, Amanda.

Life of the Navajo Amanda Bishop & Bobbie Kalman. - New York : Crabtree Pub. Co., c2004. - 32 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 28 cm. - Native nations of North America .

Includes index

The Navajo people -- Harmony and respect -- Navajo communities -- Family life -- Marriage -- The lives of children -- At home in a hogan -- Food from the land -- The importance of animals -- Weaving -- Arts, crafts, and clothing -- Dangerous times -- Forced change -- The Navajo today.

Describes the Navajo lifestyle, religion, and community as it existed when European explorers first arrived in the Southwest region of the United States. This work helps children learn about: the daily lives of Navajo men, women, and children; traditional beliefs, practices, and dwellings; the role of animals in the Navajo lifestyle; and more.

NC1010L

0778703762 (lib. bdg. : alk. paper) 0778704688 (pbk. : alk. paper)

9780778703761

2003012912


Navajo Indians--History
Navajo Indians--Social life and customs
Indians of North America--Southwest, New.

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