An introduction to the rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape. Twelve stories from tribes around America, exploring lore about how the mountain Denali formed, why the North Star stays still, and more; Tribal history--Every story ends with a brief historical sketch of the tribe, providing context and offering a glimpse into their way of life and their traditions; Fun facts--The learning doesn't stop with the stories; a collection of fascinating facts, suggestions for additional reading, and a glossary of important words give kids a deeper understanding and appreciation. Spark excitement in Indigenous history and culture with stories from tribes across the continent.

The world of ice (Menominee, the Great Lakes region) -- Changing woman creates the four clans (Navajo (Diné), Southwest region) -- Yahoo and Denali, the Great One (Athabascan, Arctic/Sub-Arctic region) -- Tricky rabbit and the tar wolf (Cherokee, Southeast region) -- Zuni origin of corn (Zuni Pueblo (A:shiwi, Southwest region) -- The hero named Sweet Medicine (Cheyenne, Great Plains region) -- Why the North Star stands still (Paiute, Great Basin Culture area) -- How beaver stole fire from the pines (Nez Percé (Nimíipuu, Plateau region) -- A young hero fights a grizzly bear (Miwok (Southern Sierra), California region) -- Salmon boy (Haida, Northwest Coast region) -- Origin of the flute (Lakota, Great Plains region) -- The Delaware (Lenape) creation story (Delaware (Lenape), Northeast region).