Children's Fiction Native American
The Medicine Wheel
Stories of a Hoop Dancer
- Publisher
- Medicine Wheel Education
- Initial publish date
- Oct 2016
- Category
- Native American, Inspirational & Personal Growth
- Recommended Age
- 7 to 10
- Recommended Grade
- 2 to 5
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9780993869402
- Publish Date
- Oct 2016
- List Price
- $14.99
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Description
Following a young boy who is listening to the stories of his Mooshum (Grandfather), “Medicine Wheel: Stories of a Hoop Dancer” encourages children to connect with the symbol and understand inclusion of all cultures by learning along with this young boy and his friends who come to hear the story from across the world. Accompanied by vibrant illustrations from an illustrator who has done extensive work for Pixar and Disney, “Medicine Wheel: Stories of a Hoop Dancer” engages children and allows them to start relating to the world in new and exciting ways.
About the authors
Contributor Notes
Teddy Anderson is an internationally recognized hoop dancer who has performed in thousands of places around the world. He has brought his motivational message of love and unity to more than 20 countries, inspiring children and youth everywhere to see themselves as members of one human family. Teddy received special permission to learn the hoop dance and share his message with the people of the world. Teddy’s rich cultural experience, combined with his passion for the arts makes him unique in delivering the message of unity and inclusion.