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Children of the Indian boarding schools
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia

2001
Book
Creators
Littlefield, Holly.
Description
In Children of the Indian Boarding Schools, author Holly Littlefield uses clear language and historical images to describe the conditions and treatment of Native American children who were sent to boarding schools.
 

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Alternate Title(s)
Picture the American past
Holding Library
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia
ISBN
1575054671
Statement of Responsibility
Holly Littlefield.
Publication Information
Minneapolis MN : Carolrhoda Books
Physical Description
48 p. : ill. 22 cm.
Notes
"1879 to present"
Contents
School away from home -- Learning white ways -- After the boarding schools -- Understanding historical photographs.
Electronic Location and Access
Also available online (authentication may be required)
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