Beaver Steals Fire: A Salish Coyote Story by Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tr

Description: Beaver Steals Fire by Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, Confederated Salish, Kootenai Tribes A long time ago fire belonged only to the animals in the land above, not to those on the earth below. Curlew, keeper of the sky world, guarded fire and kept it from the earth. Coyote, however, devised a clever plan to steal fire, aided by Grizzly Bear, Wren, Snake, Frog, Eagle, and Beaver. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A long time ago fire belonged only to the animals in the land above, not to those on the earth below. Curlew, keeper of the sky world, guarded fire and kept it from the earth. Coyote, however, devised a clever plan to steal fire, aided by Grizzly Bear, Wren, Snake, Frog, Eagle, and Beaver. These brave and resourceful animals raided the land above and risked all to steal fire from Curlew. Beaver Steals Fire is an ancient and powerful tale from the hearts and experiences of the Salish people of Montana. Steeped in the rich and culturally vital storytelling tradition of the tribe, this tale teaches both respect for fire and awareness of its significance, themes particularly relevant today. This unforgettable version of the story is told by Salish elder Johnny Arlee and beautifully illustrated by tribal artist Sam Sandoval. Notes An ancient and powerful tale for children from the hearts and experiences of the Salish people of Montana Review "Readers of all ages will find much to delight over in this tale. . . . The watercolor illustrations that accompany the tale are rich with earthy patinas and skillfully add intelligence and dramatic action to the animal characters."—The Bloomsbury Review"A gift for the whole family, beautifully produced, and very affordable."—Billings Gazette"[A] beautifully illustrated retelling of a story of the Montana Salish People. . . . Beaver Steals Fire makes both a fine childrens tale and an interesting way to introduce students to the complexities of the relationship of Indian Peoples to the land."—Journal of the West Promotional An ancient and powerful tale for children from the hearts and experiences of the Salish people of Montana Review Quote Wednesday, November 30 - Book of the Month: BeaverStealsFire : This tale from the Salish people explains how the animals brought fire from the sky to the earth. Like many Native stories, it can only be told in the cold winter months when snow is on the ground. The story shows how the animals helped prepare the world for human beings. It also touches on the ideas of teamwork, greed and deception. "Beaver Steals Fire," is our November Book of the Month. Promotional "Headline" An ancient and powerful tale for children from the hearts and experiences of the Salish people of Montana Details ISBN0803216408 Author Kootenai Tribes Short Title BEAVER STEALS FIRE Pages 64 Language English Illustrator Sam Sandoval ISBN-10 0803216408 ISBN-13 9780803216402 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2008 Subtitle A Salish Coyote Story Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780803216402 UK Release Date 2008-01-01 AU Release Date 2008-01-01 NZ Release Date 2008-01-01 US Release Date 2008-01-01 Audience Age 4-7 Imprint Bison Books Place of Publication Nebraska Publisher University of Nebraska Press Publication Date 2008-01-01 DEWEY 398.24529772 Illustrations 24 drawings Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161798310;

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