Tribal Childhood: Growing Up in Traditional Native America

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Focusing on the rich traditions of native childhood, this book shares captivating narratives about various customs such as naming ceremonies, birthing practices, and puberty initiations. The author draws from over thirty years of personal experience raising his children within the Blackfoot community, while also incorporating archival materials from other tribes like the Winnebago and Navajo. Enhanced by over forty vintage photographs and illustrations, the book highlights the importance of family, spiritual practices, and a deep connection to nature in traditional native cultures.