Native American Picture Books of Change The Art of Historic Childrens Editions

Illustrated with 150 enchanting paintings and historical photographs, some from as early as 1922, the author describes the history and motivation behind some of the most exceptional children's books published in the U.S. These picture book readers, originally developed for use in Indian schools during the New Deal, represent the first Native-centred texts used in Bureau of Indian Affairs curriculum. They were written by lauded writers, ethnologists and linguists, and illustrated with the stunning work of emerging and prominent Native American artists.Benes, Rebecca C. is the author of 'Native American Picture Books of Change The Art of Historic Childrens Editions' with ISBN 9780890134719 and ISBN 0890134715.