social life and customs

"Get to know the Navajo people and their history. Easy-to-understand text supported by historical and modern imagery introduces Navajo homeland, traditions, social structure, and more"--Amazon.

"Get to know the Algonquin people and their history. Easy-to-understand text supported by historical and modern imagery introduces Algonquin homeland, traditions, social structure, and more"--Amazon.

"Chelsea is missing, but she's not gone. In this moving graphic novel, thirteen-year-old Reanna grieves the loss of her older sister. Can she find comfort through her family's Ojibwe traditions? It's been a year since Reanna's sister, Chelsea, went missing on her way home from school. Without any idea of what happened, Reanna and her family struggle to find closure. Driven from their home by memories, Reanna's mom moves to the big city. Left behind on the reserve, Reanna and her little brother go to live with their dad. Reanna is hurt and angry that her mom has run away. She feels lonely, abandoned--but she is not alone. Lights turn on in empty rooms, and objects move without being touched. There are little moons everywhere"--Provided by publisher.

"What could be worse than math class? In ancient Greece, boys would train to become soldiers, and girls could learn only how to be mothers. Being a kid in ancient Greece was hard. Learn all about this tough time to be a kid"--.

"Do you think your bedroom is small? Imagine sharing it with your entire family! A Viking kid might share a room with 20 of their family members. Being a Viking kid of old was hard. Learn about this tough time to be a kid"--.

"Faith, kindness, and charity abound in this heartwarming collection of fourteen Eid tales. Sweet Nena, generous Michaeel Adam, Baba Deen, and the Drummer of Dushang are just some of the loveable characters that embrace the traditions and customs of the Muslim holiday of Eid"--.

Native American history: A history of the Native American people including theories of the arrival of the first Native Americans; information on the various tribes; profiles of famous native Americans including Hiawatha, Sacagawea, and Pochahontas; the truth about the first Thanksgiving and more.

Jenna, a member of the Muscogee, or Creek Nation, borrows jingles from the dresses of several friends and relatives so that she can perform the jingle dance at the powwow; also includes a note about the jingle dance tradition and its regalia.

Provides insight into the lives of the Iroquois people, both past and present, that includes their unique history, language, and cultural practices.

"Following the alphabet, poetry and expository text explain and showcase the cultural traditions and contributions of Asian Americans throughout U.S. history. Topics include traditions in food, family, and social celebrations, as well as key moments in history and milestone achievements"--Provided by publisher.