dePaola, T. (1983). The legend of
the bluebonnet. NY: Putnam.
Summary: She-Who-Is-Alone is
an orphaned girl whose family died in a terrible famine. The only thing she had
left was her precious doll. The Native American people called the Comanche
asked the Great Spirit for rain because the land and people were dying from an
awful drought. One day the shaman of her people returns from talking to the
Great Spirits and states that they demand a sacrifice. She-Who-Is-Alone knows
that the Great Spirits speak of her doll. That night, she decides to burn her
doll. In the morning, she is surrounded by beautiful bluebonnets, which are a
sign that her people have been forgiven. From then on, they always had plenty
of rain.
Review: This great Texas story can be implemented
into a social studies lesson for third and fourth graders. Children will really
enjoy learning about The Legend of the Bluebonnet.
The illustrations are gorgeous and well
detailed. It teaches about the courage and sacrifice that sometimes needs to be
done.
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