The Star PeopleBy: S.D. Nelson

1. The Text Portrays the Culture in a Positive and Accurate Way.

2. The Illustrations Are Vibrant, Add to the Story, and Accurately Depict the

Native American Culture.

3. The Story Incorporates Appropriate Language From the Culture.

4. The Story Teaches a Traditional Lesson and Theme.

5. The Author Has Extensive Background Knowledge of the Culture.

Storm Maker’s TipiBy: Paul Goble

1. The Text Portrays the Culture in a Positive and Accurate Way.

2. Illustrations Are Vibrant, Add to the Story, and Accurately Depict Native

American Culture.

3. The Story Incorporates Language From the Culture.

4. The Story Teaches a Traditional Lesson or Theme.

5. The Author Has Extensive Background Knowledge of the Culture.

Sequoyah: The Cherokee Man Who Gave His People WritingBy: James Rumford

1. The Text Portrays the Culture in a Positive and Accurate Way.

2. Illustrations Are Vibrant, Add to the Story, and Accurately Depict Native

American Culture.

3. The Story Incorporates Language From the Culture.

4. The Story Teaches a Traditional Lesson or Theme.

5. The Author Has Extensive Background Knowledge of the Culture.