Counting Coup by Joseph Medicine Crow
Grade 6 UpIn this fascinating autobiography, the chief shares the events in his life, from his birth in 1914, to his training to be a Crow warrior when he was six or seven, to his World War II experiences. He tells his story with an elder's humor. Reminiscing about his first hospital visit to have his adenoids removed, he shares his fear of whites, of Sioux, and of ghosts. Experiences from Baptist, public, and boarding schools show the prejudices that he encountered. Four pages of color and black-and-white photos show his family and the Crow reservation in Montana. Using large print and short chapters, this informative yet entertaining read just might inspire children to interview their elders and write their stories. Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover: 128 pages Publisher: National Geographic Children's Books (February 14, 2006) Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.6 x 0.7 inches