How Rabbit Lost His Tail: A Traditional Cherokee Legend

by Deborah L. Duvall

Rabbit, whose Cherokee name is Ji-Stu, is known far and wide for his splendid tail. Long and bushy, and covered with thick, silky fur, he likes to show his tail off at the dances. All the girl animals want to dance with Ji-Stu because of his beautiful tail. But one night Otter comes to the dance, and both Ji-Stu and his tail are quickly forgotten when the girls see Otter's magnificent coat. Impressed by Otter, all the animals plan a council to decide...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 082633010X
• ISBN13: 9780826330109
• Release Date: September 2003
• Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.9" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3