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100 1 _aJenness, Theodora R.
_q(Theodora Robinson),
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245 1 0 _aBig and Little Sisters: A Story of an Indian Mission School
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-02-01
508 _aProduced by Prepared by Al Haines
520 _a"Big and Little Sisters: A Story of an Indian Mission School" by Theodora R. Jenness is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the lives of two young Sioux girls, Hannah Straight Tree and Cordelia Running Bird, as they navigate their experiences at an Indian mission school. Through their interactions and challenges, the narrative delves into themes of cultural identity, competition, and the complexities of childhood relationships within the framework of Western education imposed upon Indigenous children. The storyline unfolds primarily through the contrasting perspectives of the two girls, highlighting their individuality, aspirations, and the burdens of societal expectations. Hannah grapples with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy toward Cordelia's successes, particularly as it relates to their younger sisters, Susie and Dolly. Cordelia, on the other hand, strives to be generous despite her own struggles. As the plot progresses, Cordelia learns the value of selflessness and love, ultimately deciding to gift her prized possessions to support Dolly’s inclusion in school festivities. The culmination of their experiences reveals growth and reconciliation, emphasizing the impact of kindness and understanding in their community amidst underlying tensions rooted in cultural displacement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChildren's stories
653 _aIndians of North America -- Education -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aDakota youth -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aIndian students -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aOff-reservation boarding schools -- Juvenile fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10902
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