choctaw indians

The author tells the story of how the term "saltypie" came to be and how the wisdom of his grandmother helped his family overcome adversity.

Retells a Choctaw folktale in which a turtle conspires with a turkey to win a race against an arrogant rabbit.

Discusses the history and culture of the Choctaw.

A Choctaw boy tells the story of his tribe's removal from the only land its people had ever known, and how their journey to Oklahoma led him to become a ghost--one with the ability to help those he left behind.

Traces the history of the Choctaw tribe of the lower Mississippi Valley, discussing how they survived as individuals and sovereign tribes during the removal policy of the nineteenth century, how they protected their beliefs and culture, and how they adapted to a a new way of life.

Discusses the history, culture, social structure, beliefs, and notable people of the Choctaw.

Describes the Choctaw way of life, including their traditions, legends, families, and homes.

In 1847, Choona and his Choctaw tribe hear of the famine in Ireland and raise $170 to help them, but first Choona must find it in his heart to forgive the people who killed his ancestors during the Long March.