Baby Rattlesnake by Te Ata (English) Paperback Book

Description: Baby Rattlesnake by Te Ata, Lynn Moroney Adapted from a Chickasaw tale, this story-time favorite provides a witty lesson in the value of self-control that all young readers can relate to. Full color. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A Native American (Pawnee) tale of family love and forgiveness.Baby Rattlesnake wants a rattle like his older siblings have. His crying keeps the rattlesnake elders up all night so his parents give him a new rattle. Sure enough, he misuses his new rattle. When he tries to scare the chiefs daughter, she steps on his rattle and crushes it. Sad and defeated, he returns to his forgiving family who give him "big rattlesnake hugs." Author Biography Te Ata, whose name means "Bearer of the Morning," was an internationally acclaimed Chickasaw storyteller. Born in the Oklahoma Territory in 1897, she was proclaimed Oklahomas first Oklahoma State Treasure. She regaled audiences in the US and Europe for over 65 years, performing at the White House during the Roosevelt Administration. She died in 1995. Lynn Moroney is a storyteller of Cherokee and Chickasaw background. Best known for her interpretation and retelling of Native American sky lore, her repertory includes star legends, sky myths, traditional folk tales, and teaching tales. Her career in storytelling includes workshops, residencies, and performances for universities, museums, schools, festivals, radio, and television. Mira Reisberg was born in Australia. A painter, graphic designer, and the illustrator of several books for children, Mira has also taught art to both children and adults. She holds a Masters in Fine Art and a PhD in Education with an emphasis on Cultural Studies and Art Education. She currently teaches in the Art Education program of Northern Illinois University, outside of Chicago. Review "The vigorous bold colors and patterns appear nearly three-dimensional, so much so that you could just reach out and try to touch the sand.""This is the kind of book to delight both children and older folks who have the privilege to introduce the tale, over and over again." Long Description Baby Rattlesnake wants a rattle like his older siblings have. His crying keeps the rattlesnake elders up all night so his parents give him a new rattle. Sure enough, he misuses his new rattle. When he tries to scare the chiefs daughter, she steps on his rattle and crushes it. Sad and defeated, he returns to his forgiving family who give him "big rattlesnake hugs." Review Quote "This is the kind of book to delight both children and older folks who have the privilege to introduce the tale, over and over again." Details ISBN0892392169 Author Lynn Moroney Pages 32 Language English Illustrator Mira Reisberg ISBN-10 0892392169 ISBN-13 9780892392162 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2006 Imprint Childrens Book Press,U.S. Place of Publication San Francisco Country of Publication United States Short Title BABY RATTLESNAKE DOI 10.1604/9780892392162 AU Release Date 2006-03-06 NZ Release Date 2006-03-06 US Release Date 2006-03-06 UK Release Date 2006-03-06 Audience Age 4-7 Publisher Childrens Book Press,U.S. Edition Description New edition Publication Date 2006-03-06 DEWEY 398.245296 Illustrations colour illustrations Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158459105;

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