Publisher's Synopsis
The Turtle Who Went to War includes five stories from the Indian Reading Series, a collection of authentic material cooperatively developed by Indian people. These traditional Sioux tales, originally designed to help educate young tribal members about their history and culture, include elements of friendship, bravery, loyalty and revenge. Recorded by Indian storytellers and illustrated by Indian artists, these high interest stories are perfect for reluctant readers and offer a fascinating way for readers of all ages to learn about the Sioux. Also available in the Indian Reading Series: *Coyote Stories of the Montana Salish Indians *Owl's Eyes and Seeking the Spirit *Mary Quequesah's Love Story *How Marten Got His Spots *How the Summer Season Came *How the Morning and Evening Stars Came to Be
