WHY HOUNDS OUTRUN OTHER ANIMALS – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
Some wolves and panthers were chasing a bull that had been feeding in the valley near the woods.
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Discover Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children, a fascinating collection of traditional tales passed down through generations of Iroquois storytelling. Filled with cultural wisdom, nature, legendary characters, and meaningful life lessons, these timeless stories offer children and readers a glimpse into the rich heritage and traditions of the Iroquois people.
GREEDY FAWN AND THE PORRIDGE – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
In the days when there was no one living in this country but the Indians, there were no houses; there were only Indian wigwams.
WHY THE INDIAN LOVES HIS DOG – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
The dog is the Indian's best friend. He is the comrade by day and the protector by night. As long as the Indian's dog has strength, he will fight for his friend.
WHY CROWS ARE POOR – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
After the Great Spirit had made the Red Children and had given them this beautiful land in which to live, he sent them a great gift,—the gift of the corn.
HOW MICE OVERCAME THE WARRIORS – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
Once a tribe of the Iroquois became very warlike and cruel. They liked to follow the warpath rather than the hunting trails.
HOW TWO INDIAN BOYS SETTLED A QUARREL – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
Flying Squirrel and Lightning Bow were two little Indian boys. They lived by Singing River, and they played from sunrise to sunset. They were as happy as the day was long.
WHY THE CHIPMUNK HAS BLACK STRIPES – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
At one time, the animals had tribes and chiefs, like men. It was when the porcupine was chief, that a council was called.
WHY THE ICE ROOF FELL – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
A great many winters ago, there lived at the foot of a certain lake a tribe of wicked Indians. These Indians were so fierce, and warlike, and wasteful, they went about destroying everything.
THE LITTLE PEOPLE – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
All children who live close to Mother Earth come to know and to see the fairies of the flowers, the woods, the rocks, and the waters.
HOW THE WOMAN OVERCAME THE BEAR – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
An Indian woman built a wigwam in the deep wood. She was a brave woman. She had no fear.
WHAT THE ASH AND THE MAPLE LEARNED – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
Long ago, birds, trees, animals, and men knew each the language of the other, and all could talk together.
WHY THE GOLDFINCHES LOOK LIKE THE SUN – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
It was some moons after the coon outwitted the fox, before they again met. The coon was hurrying by, when the fox saw him.
HOW THE COON OUTWITTED THE FOX – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
A wise old raccoon sat up in a tree near the river where the bear lost his tail. The coon saw the fox play his foxy trick on the bear, and he did not like it.
WHY THE CUCKOO IS SO LAZY – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
The land was lean and hungry. The Old Man of the North Lodge had breathed upon the valley. His breath had frozen the corn, and there was no bread for the people.
HOW A BOY WAS CURED OF BOASTING – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
There was once an Indian boy, who thought he knew more and could do more than anyone else.
HOW GOOD AND EVIL CAME TO BE – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
Every boy has wondered how there came to be two of him.
WHY HERMIT THRUSH IS SO SHY – Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children by Mabel Powers
Some moons after the council when the birds chose their feathered suits, a second council was called.