Contributions

  • Carter, Ben, 1936- - Contributor

Publication

2005 - Scholastic, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

8,000 words, Guess

Page Count

32 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • DDC419
  • LCCE98.S5 O57 2005x
  • LCCE98.S5 O57 1998

Alternate Titles

  • How Native Americans use hand signals to communicate

Description

Native American sign language was used by the various tribes of the Great Plains. Using simple hand signals, member of tribes that did not share a common language were able to communicate with each other -- exchanging information about the location of buffalo, the presence of enemies, weather conditions, or goods to be traded. Discover what life was like among the Native Americans of the Great Plains. Learn about their customs, crafts, families, and more. And enjoy communicating with your friends in the silent language of the Native Americans. This book will introduce you to more than 100 traditional signs you can use in your day-to-day life.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Native American sign languageScholastic2005-01-01

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