About This Book
Pueblo Boy Growing Up in Two Worlds is a beautifully illustrated non-fiction book that uses photographs and accessible text to introduce young readers to the life of a boy on the San Ildefonso Pueblo in New Mexico. It thoughtfully depicts his experiences balancing traditional Pueblo customs with the realities of modern school and daily life. This book is an excellent resource for parents looking to introduce cultural diversity, discuss identity, or support a child's learning about Native American cultures. It provides a respectful and personal look at a contemporary Indigenous community.
Text and photographs depict the home, school, and cultural life of a young Indian boy growing up on the San Ildefonso Pueblo in New Mexico.
Discussion Prompts
1
What are some of the traditions the Pueblo boy practices? How are they similar or different from your family's traditions?
2
The book talks about growing up in 'two worlds.' What do you think that means for the boy?
3
What do you learn about the Pueblo community from the photographs in the book?
4
How does the boy show pride in his culture?
5
If you could ask the boy one question about his life, what would it be?
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