| Coyote and the Sky: How the Sun, Moon, and Stars Began Contributor(s): Garcia, Emmett Shkeme (Author), Pringle, Victoria (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0826337309 ISBN-13: 9780826337306 Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Hardcover Published: November 2006 Annotation: According to Santa Ana Pueblo legend, the animals' spirit Leader created the sun, moon, and stars by using woven yucca mats and hot coals. He selected certain animals to climb from their homes in the Third World up to the Fourth World. The Squirrel, the Rabbit, and the Badger were all allowed to go. The Coyote, however, was forbidden to accompany them because he was always causing trouble and stealing food from the others. Regardless of what he was told, Coyote refused to stay in the Third World. He found a hiding place and waited for a chance to follow the animals to the Fourth World. When the other animals discovered Coyote, they summoned the Leader to the Fourth World to deal with him. Coyote's punishment is a lesson in what happens to animals, or people, when they refuse to obey instructions. Writing for the younger reader, Emmett "Shkeme" Garcia, a member of the Santa Ana tribe, shares his Pueblo's story of the beginnings of the stars and constellations. Victoria Pringle's illustrations provide visual elements that enhance the action of the story. All ages. |
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Fairy Tales & Folklore - General - Juvenile Fiction | People & Places - United States - Native American |
| Dewey: 398.2 |
| LCCN: 2006008936 |
| Age Level: 8-12 |
| Grade Level: 3-7 |
| Physical Information: 0.32" H x 9.92" W x 8.58" L (0.70 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - Native American |
| Features: Bibliography, Ikids, Illustrated, Index |
| Awards: Delaware Diamonds Award, Nominee, Grades K-2, 2007 |
| Review Citations: School Library Journal 02/01/2007 pg. 137 Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2007 pg. 393 - Recommended, Satisfactory |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 121099 Reading Level: 4.2 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: According to Santa Ana Pueblo legend, the animals' spirit Leader created the sun, moon, and stars by using woven yucca mats and hot coals. He selected certain animals to climb from their homes in the Third World up to the Fourth World. The Squirrel, the Rabbit, and the Badger were all allowed to go. The Coyote, however, was forbidden to accompany them because he was always causing trouble and stealing food from the others. Regardless of what he was told, Coyote refused to stay in the Third World. He found a hiding place and waited for a chance to follow the animals to the Fourth World. When the other animals discovered Coyote, they summoned the Leader to the Fourth World to deal with him. Coyote's punishment is a lesson in what happens to animals, or people, when they refuse to obey instructions. Writing for the younger reader, Emmett Shkeme Garcia, a member of the Santa Ana tribe, shares his Pueblo's story of the beginnings of the stars and constellations. Victoria Pringle's illustrations provide visual elements that enhance the action of the story. Ages 6 and up. |
Contributor Bio(s): Pringle, Victoria: - Victoria Pringle is a graduate of The Little Red School House, New York, and attends Bennington College, Vermont.Garcia, Emmett: - Emmett "Shkeme" Garcia is co-owner of Emergence Productions, a cultural exchange program for American Indian youth, and the lead singer of Native Roots. |
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