by C. L. 1888- [From Old Catalog McCarthy
First published 2018
Hiawatha grows up among the Ojibwe people, learning the ways of his tribe from his grandmother Nokomis. The young brave faces the challenges of his world, from battling fierce enemies to wooing the beautiful Minnehaha. McCarthy transforms Longfellow's epic poem into scenes that primary school children can perform and understand. The adaptation preserves the core story of the legendary Native American hero while making it accessible for young audiences. Students can step into the roles of Hiawatha, his beloved Minnehaha, and the other characters who populate this tale of courage, love, and tribal wisdom. The dramatization brings to life the forests and rivers of Hiawatha's world, where nature spirits guide the hero's journey from youth to leadership.
Genres: drama, adaptations, 20th-century, 19th-century, native-american
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family
Setting: Ojibwe
Period: 19th-Century, 20th-Century
30 pages · Paperback · Sagwan Press