Amy M. Stone

Filled with colorful photographs, this thoroughly researched volume portrays the history and culture of the Oneidas for readers. The account of Oneida history covers such topics as the Iroquois Confederacy, the impact of European colonists on Oneida life, the struggles of Oneidas during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the new prosperity of Oneidas in the 21st century. In its examination of Oneida culture, the book explores the nation's traditional way of life, the role of clans, the important place of women in Oneida society, and Oneida beliefs. A timeline gives readers a brief history of the Oneidas at a glance, and additional resources and suggested activities offer readers more ways to learn about the Oneidas' fascinating culture.

Filled with colorful photographs, this thoroughly researched volume portrays the history and culture of the Oneidas for readers. The account of Oneida history covers such topics as the Iroquois Confederacy, the impact of European colonists on Oneida life, the struggles of Oneidas during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the new prosperity of Oneidas in the 21st century. In its examination of Oneida culture, the book explores the nation's traditional way of life, the role of clans, the important place of women in Oneida society, and Oneida beliefs. A timeline gives readers a brief history of the Oneidas at a glance, and additional resources and suggested activities offer readers more ways to learn about the Oneidas' fascinating culture.

Focusing on a key topic in the social studies curriculum, this series describes the history of U. S. immigration by exploring the experiences of major groups of immigrants from diverse parts of the world. Each volume explains the factors that led people to leave their homelands, the challenges they faced as immigrants, and their cultures and communities today. Ideal for reports, the series includes time lines, maps, and charts of statistics gathered from U. S. government immigration and census agencies. Photos and primary source quotations provide a personal look at immigration by sharing the faces, names, and dreams of people who hoped for a better life. Brief biographies of notable Americans from each immigrant group highlight the achievements of U. S. immigrants and their descendants.