Celebrate a Powwow with Sandy Starbright (Stories to Celebrate)
by Alma Flor Ada
Stories to Celebrate
Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Sandy is excited to celebrate her birthday with a special trip to a powwow, where tradition and family come alive. As she travels with her loved ones, each gift she receives reveals a part of a stunning dance costume she'll wear to honor her heritage. Along with the joyful story, readers can learn about the vibrant customs and meaning behind powwows.
Representation & Themes
FamilyCultural CelebrationTraditionComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 9781598201277
- Pages
- 30
- Publisher
- Alfaguara
- Published
- February 1, 2007
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 758
Subjects
Juvenile FictionChildren's Books/Ages 4-8 FictionChildren: Grades 1-2GeneralChildren's Books / GeneralHolidays & Celebrations - BirthdaysPeople & Places - United States - Native AmericanBirthdaysFictionIndians of North AmericaPowwows