The Rattle and the Drum cover

The Rattle and the Drum

Author: Sita, Lisa

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 7.2
Points 2.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 9185
Points per Word 0.000218
Page Count 71
Points per Page 0.028169

Description

Explores the rich and colorful variety of native American ceremonies and celebrations. Describes everyday rituals, initiation ceremonies, rituals to heal and celebrate the changing seasons, and powwows that forge ties between different Native groups.