| The Powhatan: The Past and Present of Virginia's First Tribes Contributor(s): Smith-Llera, Danielle (Author) |
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ISBN: 1515702391 ISBN-13: 9781515702399 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $26.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - United States - Native American - Juvenile Nonfiction | Health & Daily Living - Daily Activities - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - General |
| Dewey: 975.500 |
| LCCN: 2015043524 |
| Lexile Measure: 870 |
| Series: American Indian Life |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 7.8" W x 8.8" (0.60 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - Native American - Religious Orientation - Native American |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 195903 Reading Level: 5.5 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Present-day Virginia was home to the early Powhatan tribes. But settlers were eager to explore the rich land and the rivers in the area. The Powhatan were forced to adapt to new ways of life. But they continue to thrive in modern America, remembering and honoring their past traditions. |
Contributor Bio(s): Smith-Llera, Danielle: - Danielle Smith-Llera's former life as a teacher led her to write books for young people. She has taught literature, writing, history, and visual arts to students ranging from elementary school to college. Danielle studied English and Visual Arts at Harvard University and exhibits her artwork internationally. As the spouse of a diplomat, she and her family have lived in Washington D.C., New Delhi, India and Kingston, Jamaica. |