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Während sich der zwölfjährige Häuptlingssohn Winnetou selbst bereits als großer Krieger sieht, ist sein Vater Intschu-tschuna der Meinung, sein Sohn muss erst noch lernen, sein hitziges Gemüt zu zügeln und Verantwortung für andere zu übernehmen. Winnetou ergreift die Chance, sich seinem Vater gegenüber zu beweisen, als das Ausbleiben der Büffel seinen Stamm existenziell bedroht.

In the 15th century, four Mahu sail from Tahiti to Hawaii and share their gifts of science and healing with the people of Waikiki. The islanders return this gift with a monument of four boulders in their honor, which the Mahu imbue with healing powers before disappearing. As time passes, foreigners inhabit the island and the once-sacred stones are forgotten until the 1960s. Though the true story of these stones was not fully recovered, the power of the Mahu still calls out to those who pass by them at Waikiki Beach today.

Everyone knows how rude and grumpy bears can be if they don't get enough sleep! When a bad-tempered bear trips over a tiny turtle, no one can foresee the consequence. When Turtle challenges Bear to a race along the lakeshore, Bear is confident about the outcome. But Turtle is smarter than Bear can imagine.

American Indian Fairytales is a collection of Native American folklore retold for children and young adults. Margaret Compton (1852-1903) drew on authentic lore from a wide selection of regions. The tales include "The Story-Teller Himself", "Snowbird and the Water-Tiger", "The Coyote or Prairie Wolf", and "How Mad Buffalo Fought the Thunder-Bird".

When a killing drought threatens the existence of the tribe, a courageous little Comanche girl sacrifices her most beloved possession - and the Great Spirit's answer results not only in much needed rain but a very special gift in return.

Coyote, Buffalo, and the Rock is an adaptation of a traditional Native American folktale told by the Sioux of the Great Plains. In the story, Coyote gives the gift of a blanket to a rock as he takes a walk with buffalo. When it gets cold and rains, Coyote takes it back. But the rock objects and chases after him. What will happen when rock finally catches him and teaches him a lesson?

Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh reimagines one of Mexico's cherished legends. Princess Izta had many wealthy suitors but dismissed them all. When a mere warrior, Popoca, promised to be true to her and stay always by her side, Izta fell in love. The emperor promised Popoca if he could defeat their enemy Jaguar Claw, then Popoca and Izta could wed.

Rose is a young Métis-Ojibwe girl who has traveled far with her family for the biannual buffalo hunt made up of hundreds of other Métis families. The ritual of the hunt has been practiced for generations, and each hunt must see the community through the next six months. But in recent years, the buffalo population has dwindled, and after days on the hunt, there are no buffalo to be found. Can Rose help her family find the herd that will enable them to survive the long winter?

In the magical land of Bunnyville, where joy and wonder fill the air, the Golden Egg holds the key to Easter's magic. When the precious egg is stolen just days before the big day, Sunny the Easter Bunny and his team of loyal friends must embark on a thrilling adventure to retrieve it. From facing clever traps in the mysterious Whispering Woods to confronting an old rival, Thistle, Sunny and his team prove the power of forgiveness, teamwork, and second chances.

One of the most well-known constellations in the night sky, the Big Dipper, traces its origins to a Native American legend. Many animals attempted to break through Sky in order to spread light and warmth onto the Earth. Only one of them, a Great Bear—also known as Ursa Major—succeeds. How does Great Spirit reward him?

In this story from the Abenaki people, the Native Americans who lives in New England long ago, you’ll learn how one starving man learned to grow a new crop to feed himself.

In this story from the Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest, you’ll learn how the trickster raven brings light back to the world from a greedy chief.

One cloudless night, a fox falls to earth and comes across a family of humans. As the seasons change and they move their camp, she follows them, growing ever more intrigued by human ways—and especially by the oldest son, Irniq. When Irniq grows older and sets out hunting on his own, he is surprised to enter his tent one day and find the lamp lit, the tea made… and a strange woman who says she is his wife. Tired of being alone, Irniq welcomes the woman. But soon he grows curious and cannot stop himself from asking too many questions

The book delves into legends of creation, mischievous trickster characters, animal spirits, and the interconnectedness of all living beings. With each story, children are inspired to appreciate their own heritage, embrace diversity, and become stewards of the environment. Whispers of the Earth: Native American Tales and Children sparks curiosity, promotes respect for different cultures, and instills a deep appreciation for the contributions of Native American traditions.

Flight of Change - A Native American Tale of Caterpillars and Butterflies is a heartwarming tale set in a Native American tribe, centered on a young boy named Running Deer and his mentor, Silent Bear. When Running Deer discovers a caterpillar, Silent Bear guides him on a transformative journey, teaching him about the life cycle of butterflies, the rhythm of nature, patience, and respect for all life.

How the Stars Came to Be is a whimsical tale that follows the journey of a curious and brave young Native American girl, Kaya. In a world where the night sky is an empty canvas, Kaya, with her question about the absence of stars, sets forth an ancient prophecy that leads her on a magical quest.

The Magical Dreamcatcher: An Ojibwe Adventure is a charming tale that revolves around a young Ojibwe girl, Nokomis, and her magical dreamcatcher. One night, the dreamcatcher transports Nokomis into a dream world—an enchanted forest, where she befriends speaking animals, Mikinaak the turtle, Waabooz the rabbit, and Makwa the bear.

How the Eagle Got Its Wings is a captivating tale that weaves together the profound wisdom and spiritual beliefs of Native American cultures. Set in a time when humanity lived in harmony with nature, the story follows a young Native American boy named Little Hawk, who embarks on a transformative quest to unravel the mystery of how the eagle acquired its majestic wings.

The Mischievous Adventures of a Cherokee House Minder is a heartwarming tale set in the Cherokee Nation Reservation, Oklahoma. The story introduces Tayanita, one of the unseen Cherokee Little People, known for playfully guarding a Cherokee family's home.

Curious Coyote embarks on a daring journey into the vast desert, drawn by a mysterious light. He overcomes various challenges with the help of desert dwellers—a clever lizard, a patient tortoise, and vigilant rabbits, each teaching him valuable lessons about adaptation, patience, and vigilance.