Coyote and the Sky: How the Sun, Moon, and Stars Began

by Emmett Garcia, Victoria Pringle   |  Ages 6-9
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Creation tale from Native American folklore.

If you're fascinated by origin stories and the rich tapestry of cultural myths, "Coyote and the Sky" is a beautiful depiction. It's steeped in Native American traditions and offers an enchanting glimpse into how they envision the cosmos coming to be. It melds storytelling with cultural heritage, and reading it feels like you’re sharing an ancestral fireside tale.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Coyote and the Sky: How the Sun, Moon, and Stars Began

by Emmett Garcia, Victoria Pringle   |  Ages 6-9
Regular price RM43.86 MYR
Unit price
per
ISBN: 9780826337306
Date of Publication: 2006-11-15
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Picture Books, Childrens Classics
Related Topics: Animals, Adventure, Fantasy, Nature
Goodreads rating: 3.45
(rated by 29 readers)

Description

According to Santa Ana Pueblo legend, the animals' spirit Leader created the sun, moon, and stars by using woven yucca mats and hot coals. He selected certain animals to climb from their homes in the Third World up to the Fourth World. The Squirrel, the Rabbit, and the Badger were all allowed to go. The Coyote, however, was forbidden to accompany them because he was always causing trouble and stealing food from the others. Regardless of what he was told, Coyote refused to stay in the Third World. He found a hiding place and waited for a chance to follow the animals to the Fourth World. When the other animals discovered Coyote, they summoned the Leader to the Fourth World to deal with him. Coyote's punishment is a lesson in what happens to animals, or people, when they refuse to obey instructions. Writing for the younger reader, Emmett "Shkeme" Garcia, a member of the Santa Ana tribe, shares his Pueblo's story of the beginnings of the stars and constellations. Victoria Pringle's illustrations provide visual elements that enhance the action of the story. Ages 6 and up.
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Creation tale from Native American folklore.

If you're fascinated by origin stories and the rich tapestry of cultural myths, "Coyote and the Sky" is a beautiful depiction. It's steeped in Native American traditions and offers an enchanting glimpse into how they envision the cosmos coming to be. It melds storytelling with cultural heritage, and reading it feels like you’re sharing an ancestral fireside tale.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.