Spotlight On the American Indians of California
California has been home to numerous American Indian
groups for thousands of years. The Chumash, Miwok, Pomo, and Shoshone are just a
few of the important groups that still call California home. These groups
adapted to the land around them and used it to thrive and prosper. They
developed unique identities, languages, and customs throughout the centuries,
and they have preserved their long-standing traditions despite the U.S.
government's attempts to assimilate them into the growing U.S. culture.
Today, American Indians in California celebrate their rich history to keep their
cultures alive and strong.
? Each volume addresses
essential topics in the California state standards for history and social
studies
? The text describes the social, political,
cultural, and economic life and interactions between American Indian groups of
California, as well as interactions with European explorers and American
settlers
? Primary sources, historic images, modern
photographs, and a map of the state of California help readers understand the
origins, hardships, and successes of California American Indians
? Each book features biographical information on key figures from the
past and from today
