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Description
Provides an overview of the past and present lives of the Chinook people, covering their daily activities, customs, family life, religion, government, history and interaction with the United States government.
Quick Summary
Step into the world of the Chinook people, where families lived in cedar-plank houses by the mighty Columbia River and relied on fishing, trading, and community bonds to thrive for thousands of years. Readers will discover how Chinook children learned traditional skills like net-weaving and salmon fishing while exploring fascinating customs, storytelling traditions, and the strong family and community values that shaped everyday life. If your kid loves learning about different cultures and ways of life like in Magic Tree House adventures or National Geographic Kids books, they will be hooked on this colorful window into Native American history. This 0.5-point AR read with a 3.5 level is perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are curious about history and different peoples.