Doris Pratt
Doris Pratt is a Dakota Elder, educator, and author.
Kids Books (1)
Keeping Baby Close: The Making of a Moss Bag
$10.00
Artists:
Format:
Paperback
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian;
Reading Level: N/A
ISBN / Barcode: 9781927849538
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
The moss bags of the Plains Indians kept babies safe, content, and part of daily life. This two-part book first explores the features and purpose of moss bags, along with softly coloured illustrations. The second part includes step-by-step directions for making a moss bag, accompanied by explanatory photos. Discover more about moss bags, the ingenious creation of early mothers and grandmothers living close to Mother Earth.
Educator Information
Juvenile Nonfiction
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