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Hiawatha and the Peacemaker retells the Iroquois legend of Hiawatha, who, with the help of the Peacemaker, unites warring nations into the Iroquois Confederacy. Robbie Robertson’s narrative is paired with striking illustrations, offering a story about forgiveness, peacemaking, and the power of words. The book includes a CD of an original song by Robertson.
WHY WE PICKED IT
Because it’s a beautifully illustrated retelling of a foundational Indigenous story, and Robertson presents it in a way that is accessible to all readers, not just those already familiar with Native American history. Hiawatha and the Peacemaker is a strong pick for families, classrooms, and anyone who might otherwise miss out on this essential narrative of peace, forgiveness, and the origins of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.
Because it’s a beautifully illustrated retelling of a foundational Indigenous story, and Robertson presents it in a way that is accessible to all readers, not just those already familiar with Native American history. Hiawatha and the Peacemaker is a strong pick for families, classrooms, and anyone who might otherwise miss out on this essential narrative of peace, forgiveness, and the origins of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.
DETAILS
• Author: Robbie Robertson
• Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
• Publication Date: September 8, 2015
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9781419712203
• Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days
• Author: Robbie Robertson
• Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
• Publication Date: September 8, 2015
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9781419712203
• Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days