Pocahontas and Sacagawea are still relevant

Unpredictable

And there young Darrel learns to be fiercely proud of his heritage and to listen to the birds that will guide him throughout his life

Using a variety of tactics

these stories celebrate the strength of heritage and the liveliness of innovation

What's in a Bead? plays Pocahontas and Sacagawea are stillTessa loves how her grandmother always smells of campfire stories. Mom says it's because Kohkom spends her days sewing beautiful beads onto smoked hides. Inspired, Tessa asks Kohkom to teach her beading, but first she must listen and learn about the many stories held in a bead. A celebration of Cree craftsmanship, language, and learning. The loving exchange of knowledge between Tessa and her Kohkom will be familiar to many children. Readers will learn