The Button Blanket (Northwest Coast Indian Discovery Kits) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Yasu Osawa (Illustrator), Nancy Dawson (Illustrator) "There was going to be a celebration at the big house, Ann would dance for the first time..." (more)
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Product Description

This best-selling series offers the only activity books that teach children about Northwest Coast Indians. These volumes are reviewed for cultural accuracy by tribal members, and Northwest Native artists create all the artwork. Each book includes various games and activities, plus a teaching guide.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 42 pages
• Publisher: Sasquatch Books (January 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570611181
• ISBN-13: 978-1570611186
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #306,810 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars High interest activities for students of all ages., June 23, 1999

By A Customer

Although the activites in this series are geared to elementary students, they can be adapted and used effectively with any age group. What better way to learn than through hands-on activities? I have used these activites successfully with students in grades 6-8, but must admit that I have enjoyed them every bit as much as my students! If you want your students to have a deeper understanding of and appreciation for Northwest Coast Indian art, then these books are for you. Instead of merely observing art, students will relish the opportunity to create it themselves.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful introduction to Native American traditions and art, October 8, 1998

By A Customer

This is a wonderful book for children to learn about Native American traditions and crafts. I first read it in fourth grade, and in ninth grade used the pattern for a button blanket of my own for a Washington State History project!

2 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Poor Rep of Native Art, August 7, 2000

By A Customer

This book does not show much of Native art Only has One design and it is not very good