Keepers of the Night: Native American Stories and Nocturnal Activities for Children (Keepers of the Earth) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Michael J. Caduto (Author)

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Caduto and Bruchac use stories from various American Indian tribes as the basis for activities and lessons about the nighttime world. Written as a guide for teachers, outdoor education leaders, and other adults working with children in a nature setting, the guide gives detailed instructions for preparing, conducting, and evaluating a variety of activities that focus on the nocturnal habits of animals, on astronomy and nighttime weather, and on campfire activities, such as storytelling, dances, and games. Aspects of many American Indian tribal practices are woven throughout the text. The wealth of information and activity suggestions overcomes occasional poorly written passages (incomplete sentences, for example). Source notes are provided; a glossary and a brief bibliography section are appended. Karen Hutt

Product Description

Eight native American stories and nighttime artistic and scientific activities teach children about astronomy and nocturnal weather, plants, and animals, helping them to develop a caring, constructive relationship with nature and the out-of-doors. Original.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 168 pages
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing; First Printing edition (March 7, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555911773
• ISBN-13: 978-1555911775
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #195,236 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite of all the excellent "Keepers" series, October 15, 2000

By	Gwyneth Calvetti (West Salem, WI United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

While all of the "Keepers" books are excellent in their presentation of Native American stories and activities to enhance learning about the natural world, this one is my hands-down favorite. There is something magical about the night, and we have strayed so far from that magic in our incandescent world. The stories and activities in this book will allow you to try and recapture some of the enchantment of the nocturnal world for your kids and maybe even for yourself.

The stories themselves are very tellable. I have had sixth graders learn and tell these tales. The activities are broken into categories, such as the night sky or nocturnal animals. This is an excellent resource for anyone working with groups such as Scouts or nature centers, wishing to incorporate enjoyable activities and stories into their night-time programming.

As humans have done for eons before us, take this guidebook with you to your next campfire, and share the magic of stories spun by fireside.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love these books!, April 1, 2002

By	leslie stevens (orlando, FL United States) - See all my reviews

The entire series is excellent!!! I have all four and I highly reccomend them. They teach science, literature, native american culture, and give children a respect for the natural world at the same time. (there is even the occasional bit of math thrown in). My son loves doing the activities with me! Excellent for unit studies!