Keepers of Life: Discovering Plants Through Native American Stories and Earth Activities for Children: Keepers of the Earth

"Delight pervades this book, a delight that arises from the promise of discovery and expands to include the joy of an increased awareness of life." -- The Bloomsbury Review "Superbly written and illustrated presentation of Native American philosophies about the environment." -- Multicultural Review "a wonderful book for families concerned with the future of our planet." -- San Diego Magazine

Joseph Bruchac, coauthor of The Keepers of the Earth series, is a nationally acclaimed Native American storyteller and writer who has authored more than 70 books of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry for adults and children. He lives in upstate New York. Michael J. Caduto is an award-winning author, master storyteller, poet, musician, educator, and ecologist. He has received numerous awards, including the New York State Outdoor Education Association's Art and Literary Award, New England's Regional Award for Excellence in Environmental Education, the American Booksellers' "Pick of the List" Award, and the Association of Children's Booksellers' Choice Award, among others.

Through 19 Native American stories and various activities, children learn the invaluable lesson that all living things are intertwined.