Verses from Longfellow's epic poem depict the boyhood of Hiawatha.

"Through poems that capture the essence of each person's life, acclaimed Native American writer Joseph Bruchac introduces readers to famous indigenous leaders from The Peacemaker in 1000 A.D. to modern day dancer Maria Tallchief and Cherokee chief Wilma Mankiller. Each poem is illustrated by a modern-day tribally enrolled artist."-- Front jacket flap.

The pilgrims, having survived numerous hardships in the New World with the help of neighboring Native Americans, join with their friends in celebrating the first Thanksgiving.