Native Americans ─ A Visual Exploration

"A dynamic visual snapshot of North America's first peoples, from the prehistoric era to today."

Packed with exciting infographics that capture the history and culture of Native Americans in the U.S. and Canada, this compact and innovative approach decodes information simply and clearly. Using highly colorful, vibrant layouts including maps, pictographs, charts, and timelines, the book builds understanding with answers to questions such as: How did the first humans come to America? How did climate change affect the movement of Native peoples? What kinds of houses did they live in, and what were their societies like? What did they eat, and what tools and techniques did they use to obtain food? How did the arrival of European settlers affect Native American populations and cultures? How did Native Americans contribute to winning World War II? What are some issues Native Americans face today, and how have their innovations and achievements shaped the world?

Designed to quickly engage readers, the new series entitled The Big Picture begins with Native Americans: A Visual Exploration. It is an appealing, accessible entry point into a vast and multifaceted topic.

S.N. Paleja has appeared as an actor in film, television, and theater. This is his first book for children; he also recently completed an adult novel.

Kevin Loring is a writer and actor whose play Where the Blood Mixes won the prestigious Canadian Governor General's Literary Award for Drama in 2009. Kevin is a member of the Nlaka'Pamux First Nation in British Columbia, and currently lives in Vancouver.