Native American Gardening: Stories, Projects and Recipes for Families
Recipient of a National Parenting Publications (NAPPA) Silver (Honor) Award, recognizing that this book enriches the educational and entertainment experiences of children.
By Michael J. Caduto, with stories retold by Joseph Bruchac
Illustrated by Mary Adair, Adelaide Tyrol and Carol Wood
Forward by Gary Paul Nabhan
Preface by Marjorie Waters
Fulcrum Publishing, Golden, Colorado, 1996
158 pages, 7 x 10, lavish illustrations and photographs. For children, families and gardeners of all ages.
Paperback
This book uses five Native North American stories from throughout North & Central America, gardening information and activities to cover Native American gardening and the Circle of Life, basic gardening for children and families, two traditional (Wampanoag and Hidatsa) Three Sisters gardens (corn, beans and squash), Native harvests, meals and recipes as well as Native garden crafts and games. Includes glossary and index.
Michael Caduto also offers a workshop on Native American Gardening, and a performance called: Earth Harvests and the Seeds of Life. Bookings can be arranged through this website.