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Charles, Jim – Studies in American Indian Literatures, 2000
Two books by and about American Indians demonstrate the positive impact of warm and caring relationships between elders and youth. Elders in these stories convey to children important lessons about life, death, traditions, heritage, and family; positively affect the identity development and emotional maturity of the adolescent protagonists; and…
Descriptors: Adolescents, American Indian Literature, American Indians, Childrens Literature