Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back
A Native American Year of Moons
By Jonathan London, Joseph Bruchac | Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
About the book
\"Unusual and intelligent...An exemplary introduction to Native American culture with its emphasis on the importance of nature.\" —Publishers Weekly
In Native American legend, the thirteen scales on Old Turtle's back hold the key to the thirteen cycles of the moon and the changing seasons. These lyrical poems and striking paintings celebrate the wonder of the seasons, from the Northern Cheyenne's Moon of the Popping Trees to the Big Moon of the Abenaki.
\"This book instills a spiritual respect for our land and an appreciation for the people who were its first caring guardians.\" —American Bookseller
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Language Arts
An IRA Teacher's Choice Book
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
Editions of Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780399221415
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780698115842
Read an Excerpt
\"Unusual and intelligent...An exemplary introduction to Native American culture with its emphasis on the importance of nature.\" —Publishers Weekly
In Native American legend, the thirteen scales on Old Turtle's back hold the key to the thirteen cycles of the moon and the changing seasons. These lyrical poems and striking paintings celebrate the wonder of the seasons, from the Northern Cheyenne's Moon of the Popping Trees to the Big Moon of the Abenaki.
\"This book instills a spiritual respect for our land and an appreciation for the people who were its first caring guardians.\" —American Bookseller
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Language Arts
An IRA Teacher's Choice Book
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back about?
\"Unusual and intelligent...An exemplary introduction to Native American culture with its emphasis on the importance of nature.\" —Publishers Weekly
In Native American legend, the thirteen scales on Old Turtle's back hold the key to the thirteen cycles of the moon and the changing seasons. These lyrical poems and striking paintings celebrate the wonder of the seasons, from the Northern Cheyenne's Moon of the Popping Trees to the Big Moon of the Abenaki.
\"This book instills a spiritual respect for our land and an appreciation for the people who were its first caring guardians.\" —American Bookseller
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Language Arts
An IRA Teacher's Choice Book
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage poetry, anthologies, annuals > Children’s / Teenage: Poetry / poems
Where can I read a sample of Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780399221415
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back?
Jonathan London, Joseph Bruchac
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780399221415) and paperback(ISBN 9780698115842)
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