John Bankston

"Shawnee traditions connect them to North America's first native people. They have held on to their beliefs and their culture despite nearly impossible odds. Few tribes have lived in as many places as the Shawnee. Before Europeans arrived, the Shawnee spent summers growing food and winters hunting it. They often traveled. After Europeans arrived, the Shawnee were driven from their land. But they fought back. Skilled warriors, they won battles where...

"Goldfish are often a first pet. They don't have to be walked or groomed. They don't mind being left alone all day. They don't eat much. They also have to life safely in a world you create. This guide will help you get your aquarium ready and keep your goldfish happy."--

"The Hopi have lived in one place longer than any other Native American tribe. Thousands of years ago, their ancestors settled where Arizona is today, raising crops and families. Hopi means peace. Instead of fighting, they traded food and blankets with other tribes. They welcomed visitors. And they developed a culture of underground religious ceremonies. When Europeans arrived, some of the newcomers tried to change the Hopi way of life. They built...

What age is the right age to have your first pet? Everything a youngster needs to know about owning and caring for a new hamster is explained in this book including easy-to-understand instructions about daily care, cleaning, feeding and maintaining for one of most popular pets in North America.