Powwow Day

<b>Now in paperback! In this uplifting, contemporary Native American story, River is recovering from illness and can''t dance at the powwow this year. Will she ever dance again? <br><br>A heartwarming and hopeful picture book for ages 4-8-year-olds, about traditions, community, and healing.</b><br><br>It''s powwow day, and River wants so badly to dance as she does every year. But River can''t dance this year as she deals with a serious illness.<br><br>In this modern and inspiring Native picture book that''s perfect for beginning readers, follow River''s journey from feeling isolated after an illness to learning the healing power of community.<br><br>Additional information explains the history and functions of powwows, which are commonplace across the United States and Canada and are open to both Native Americans and non-Native visitors. Author Traci Sorell is a member of the Cherokee Nation, and illustrator Madelyn Goodnight is a member of the Chickasaw Nation.