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Children's Fiction Native American

Maple Moon

by (author) Connie Brummel Crook

Publisher
Fitzhenry and Whiteside
Initial publish date
Jan 1999
Category
Native American, General
Recommended Age
4 to 8
Recommended Grade
p to 3
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780773760981
    Publish Date
    Jan 1999
    List Price
    $12.95

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Description

To create this enchanting fictional account of how maple syrup might have been first discovered. Connie Brummel Crook borrows elements from some of the many prevailing traditional folk takes.

In finding this new source of nourishment, her young protagonist, a native boy named Rides the Wind, is able to help his people through a harsh winter.

His pride also boosts his confidence in spite of a physical disability, and he is able to rise above the cruel taunts of other children.

About the author

Connie Brummel Crook is a popular author of Canadian historical fiction for young people, including The Hungry Year, Flight, Meyer's Creek, Meyer's Rebellion and the Nellie McClung Trilogy. She currently lives near the area where No Small Victory takes place, and brings much of her own experience to her writing. Her picture book, Maple Moon, is a Storytelling World Honour Title winner.

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Editorial Reviews

A handsome look at traditional life and a good take of personal ingenuity and discovery.
- School Library Journal

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