The Hopis

In this new and updated edition, award-winning author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve introduces young readers to the Hopi people. Did you know that the Hopi people have always lived on three mesas, big flat-topped hills, in Arizona? This accessible nonfiction picture book introduces the Hopis’ creation story, history, beliefs, daily ways of life, and more. Learn about the Hopi secret societies, underground kivas, kachina masks, the snake dance, and more. Expertly reviewed by members of the Hopi tribe, this updated edition provides the most up to date and accurate information on the Hopi people of the past and present. Historical information is accompanied by a section on modern life. Author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve grew up on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation and is an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux tribe. She has brought the richness of Native American culture and heritage to thousands of children for over 40 years as a teacher and children’s book author. Her First Americans books introduce young readers to the many diverse and unique Native American nations that first called this land home.

Product details

• Authors: Ronald Himler, Virginia Driving Haw Sneve
• Assisted by: Ronald Himler (Illustration)
• Publisher: Holiday house publishing
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 10
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 22.07.2025
• EAN: 9780823460946
• ISBN: 978-0-8234-6094-6
• No. of pages: 32
• Dimensions: 267 mm x 241 mm x 3 mm
• Series: FIRST AMERICANS
• Subject: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Natural science, technology