Jingle Dancer
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Jenna wants to dance in the powwow as her grandmother and other women in her family have. But she wonders: will she have enough jingles to make her dress sing? As Jenna finds a way to collect the jingles she needs, she learns more about her family and the traditions they have upheld across generations. Traditional and contemporary activities come together in this appealing, clearly illustrated story of a modern girl and her background, based on the author's Muscogee (Creek) heritage.
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Age Level: 6-9
Book Theme: A Rich Heritage: American Indians Today Family Stories: American Indian Heritage Grandparents: American Indian Heritage Music and Dance: American Indian Heritage My Clothes: Books for Young Children Traditional Ways of Life: American Indian Heritage Powwow: Celebrations
Language: English