
Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit
This engaging introduction to Black Elk will show you how one person can accomplish big things.
This colorful book introduces you to the world of Black Elk, one of the most amazing people of the twentieth century. You will learn about Black Elk's life—from his childhood in the American West to his efforts to teach the world about his people’s religion and culture, preserving the Native American way of life—and his belief that we all have the power to make the world a better place. Through enjoyable biography, activities inspired by Black Elk’s values and beliefs, and his own words, you will see how one person can have a positive influence on the world.
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Book details
- Author
- Maura Shaw
- Imprint
- SkyLight Paths, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Formats
- Hardcover
- Subjects
- Juvenile Nonfiction › Biography & Autobiography › Religious
Juvenile Nonfiction › Biography & Autobiography › Cultural & Regional - Topics
- Native American history · biography · spirituality and religion · Lakota culture · American West · inspiring leaders · cultural preservation
- ISBN-13
- 9781594730436
About the author
MAURA D. SHAW is the author of several books for young readers. Her books include Owl’s Journey, Gandhi: India’s Great Soul and Celebrating the Great Mother.
Shaw’s Ten Amazing People: And How They Changed the World received award recognition.
Celebrating the Great Mother, her nondenominational handbook of Earth-honoring activities for parents and children, is popular with families and groups.
