The Hopi (True Books: American Indians) [Library Binding]

Andrew Santella (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: True Books: American Indians

Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Reviewed with Andrew Santella's The Navajo.

Gr. 3-5. These titles in the uneven True Books--American Indians series describe tribal history, family life, the impact of white settlement, and contemporary life on the reservation. Numerous color photos (and a few poorly reproduced paintings) show tribal land and traditional housing as well as contemporary scenes at school, work, and in ceremonial regalia. The books are visually inviting, and the topic is of great interest to intermediate students. Unfortunately, though, much of the information echoes that found in social studies textbooks, and the books are told from an outsider's perspective, missing an opportunity for native peoples to tell their own stories. The Cheyenne, another new book in the series, is not recommended as it contains historical errors and some misleading statements. For example, the text reads, "Cheyenne warriors joined in the attack on the U.S. army at the Battle of Little Big Horn"; in fact, Custer and his troops attacked the Indians camped on the Little Big Horn, and the Indians fought to defend themselves. Also, the books on the Hopi and the Navajo offer more contemporary photos and richer descriptions of culture than the volume on the Cheyenne. Teachers can use recommended titles as supplementary material; they may want to choose sections and particular photos to share with their students. Karen Hutt
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About the Author

Andrew Santella is the author of several nonfiction books for children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press (CT) (September 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0516225014
• ISBN-13: 978-0516225012
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 7.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,661,358 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars something's missing, June 8, 2003

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kathy (Hamilton, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hopi (True Books: American Indians) (Library Binding)

While it's imperative that we teach our children about other cultures this book does not offer enough details to do that. It glosses over what makes these Native-Americans different from other tribes in the desert of the Southern United States and how their culture developed. It is too simple and does not ask the reader to take part in the experience.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars The UNTRUE Book: The Hopi, December 18, 2006

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pwdogs (Winslow, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hopi (True Books: American Indians) (Paperback)

I disagree with the other reviewer in several things. It is simple- but it is intended for little kids. Unfortunately, the book is full of errors- including some major errors in the photographs. Some of the photos are good- but the "Hopi Kachina dancers" are actually Apache Gahn Dancers (Mountain Spirit or "crown" dancers), it implies that Hopi go only as high as Community College, it makes statements about Hopi religious beliefs that should NOT be discussed in a book for children- unless you think Hopi kids don't read books! I found so many errors it actually got funny if it were not that people actually believe these books!

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars something's missing, June 8, 2003

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kathy (Hamilton, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hopi (True Books: American Indians) (Library Binding)

While it's imperative that we teach our children about other cultures this book does not offer enough details to do that. It glosses over what makes these Native-Americans different from other tribes in the desert of the Southern United States and how their culture developed. It is too simple and does not ask the reader to take part in the experience.