Book cover of When We Gather (Ostadahlisiha): A Cherokee Tribal Feast

When We Gather (Ostadahlisiha): A Cherokee Tribal Feast

ISBN

9780063076792

Publisher & Publication Year

Heartdrum, 2024

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Author

Andrea L. Rogers (Cherokee Nation)

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Illustrator

Madelyn Goodnight (Chickasaw Nation)

Synopsis

Summary

A Cherokee child celebrates their heritage by gathering wild onions. This is a special ingredient that will be used in a meal during a big community tradition. Readers are introduced to this custom, which is celebrated by several southeastern tribes.

Notable Achievements

Reviews

Kirkus: "Serves up a delicious story, rich in culture and community, that will bring readers back for more."

Booklist: "This picture book's simple story and appealing illustrations introduce the lives of Cherokee children and their families today."

Educator Guide

This guide, created by Muskogee educator Jenna Wolf in association with Heartdrum, includes discussion questions for When We Gather and other titles from Native authors.

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