Beaver Steals Fire: A Salish Coyote Story

This came highly recommended and I found it to be a wonderful book. The grandchild's native american blood is only about 1/8 Blackfeet and a pinch of Cherokee, but I want her to become familiar with different tribes and different tales and this book was a satisfying start.

The illustrations in this Native American folk tale are beautiful. I think it is important to write down the stories that were originally passed on orally so that they can live on. I also really like the suggestion at the beginning that tells what time of year to read the book in order to match with Native American story-telling traditions. I can easily include this book in many different units in my classroom. It is truly a beautiful book.

I share this Native story with my young ones over and over. They enjoy looking at the artwork and hearing the traditional tale all winter. I appreciate the simple, engaging wording and style of this version.

good read, very good illustrations

This picture book legend from the Salish people of Montana tells how the animals worked together to use fire to prepare the earth for the first humans. This book is part of a Fire History Project that includes a video, DVD, lesson plans and web site. The story is retold by Salish elder Johnny Arlee and illustrated by tribal artist Sam Sandoval. Information on the Salish alphabet is included. Extensive Note to Teachers and Parents contains excellent information on the importance of fire to Native peoples.