The Life of Black Elk

by Miriam Coleman

Book Overview

Black Elk was a medicine man of the Oglala Sioux who rose to fame because of his talents as a healer and his role in the Battle of Wounded Knee. These are just some of the facts readers learn about this fascinating figure, whose life is detailed through biographical text, primary sources, and historical photographs. Readers learn the important place Black Elk occupies in Native American history and United States history. The social studies-focused...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1508148147
• ISBN13: 9781508148142
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.3" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6