About the book
Like their Pueblo ancestors, Gia Rose and her family treat the clay with respect. They believe that Clay-Old-Woman, the spirit of clay, watches over their work and that she lives and breathes within each piece of pottery. Many things have changed at Santa Clara Pueblo, but the making of pottery remains the same. It is still done completely by hand, using clay taken from the earth and other natural materials. Follow one family as they carry on the age-old Pueblo tradition of pottery-making.
Editions of Children of Clay
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780822596271
Read an Excerpt
Like their Pueblo ancestors, Gia Rose and her family treat the clay with respect. They believe that Clay-Old-Woman, the spirit of clay, watches over their work and that she lives and breathes within each piece of pottery. Many things have changed at Santa Clara Pueblo, but the making of pottery remains the same. It is still done completely by hand, using clay taken from the earth and other natural materials. Follow one family as they carry on the age-old Pueblo tradition of pottery-making.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Children of Clay about?
Like their Pueblo ancestors, Gia Rose and her family treat the clay with respect. They believe that Clay-Old-Woman, the spirit of clay, watches over their work and that she lives and breathes within each piece of pottery. Many things have changed at Santa Clara Pueblo, but the making of pottery remains the same. It is still done completely by hand, using clay taken from the earth and other natural materials. Follow one family as they carry on the age-old Pueblo tradition of pottery-making.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Children of Clay?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples
Where can I read a sample of Children of Clay?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780822596271
Is Children of Clay part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series We Are Still Here: Native Americans Today
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Children of Clay?
Rina Swentzell
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Children of Clay is available as paperback(ISBN 9780822596271)
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