The Life of Red Cloud
From the Set Heroes of Native American History
Red Cloud distinguished himself early on as a brave and skilled warrior. In his youth, he joined his people, the Oglala Sioux, in fighting nearby Crow and Pawnee groups. When the United States government created the Bozeman Trail -- a shortcut to the Oregon Trail that led directly through Sioux hunting grounds -- Red Cloud embarked on a prolonged campaign against the government. He is the only Native American in history to win a war against the US Army. The engaging main text, enhanced by historical black-and-white photographs, gives young students a glimpse into this extraordinary hero's life.
Interest Level | Grade 1 - Grade 3 |
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Reading Level | Grade 1 |
Dewey Number | 978 |
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Guided Reading Level | H |
Language | English |
Publisher | PowerKids Press |
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Format | Reinforced book |
ISBN | 9781642825282 |
Copyright | 2024 |
Number of Pages | 24 |
Dimensions | 8 x 8 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs, Historical photographs |
Heroes of Native American History - School Library Journal
Both legendary figures and unsung heroes are featured in this series. Readers learn about Native American leaders who fought valiantly to preserve their communities against government interference. Nearly every individual spotlighted foresaw the danger of signing treaties over ancestral land and battled over the disastrous consequences. Though military prowess contributed to much of the heroes’ statuses, readers will also learn about leaders who were respected for their speech-making skills. Large text appears on a soft, patterned background inspired by Indigenous art. Maps, portraits, and beautiful aerial photos of Native territories can be found throughout the series. Each book has a glossary, additional resources, and an index. VERDICT Informative and easy to read. A worthy resource for libraries looking to beef up their biography sections, especially where there’s a lack of Native American representation.