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Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

A Native American Year of Moons

By Joseph Bruchac and Jonathan London
Illustrated by Thomas Locker

By Joseph Bruchac and Jonathan London
Illustrated by Thomas Locker

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Paperback $7.99

Aug 25, 1997 | ISBN 9780698115842 | 4-8 years

Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back by Joseph Bruchac and Jonathan London
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Aug 25, 1997 | ISBN 9780698115842

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About Thirteen Moons on Turtle’s Back

“Unusual and intelligent…An exemplary introduction to Native American culture with its emphasis on the importance of nature.” —Publishers Weekly

In Native American legend, the thirteen scales on Old Turtle’s back hold the key to the thirteen cycles of the moon and the changing seasons. These lyrical poems and striking paintings celebrate the wonder of the seasons, from the Northern Cheyenne’s Moon of the Popping Trees to the Big Moon of the Abenaki.

“This book instills a spiritual respect for our land and an appreciation for the people who were its first caring guardians.” —American Bookseller

A Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Language Arts
An IRA Teacher’s Choice Book
A Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies 

About Joseph Bruchac

Joseph Bruchac is a highly acclaimed children’s book author, poet, novelist, and storyteller, as well as a scholar of Native… More about Joseph Bruchac

About Jonathan London

Jonathan London is the creator of more than 20 books about the lovable and enduringly popular character Froggy.  He is also… More about Jonathan London

Product Details

Category: Children’s Picture Books

Paperback | $7.99
Published by Puffin Books
Aug 25, 1997 | 32 Pages | 8 x 10-1/4 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780698115842

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