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Published
2005
Publisher
Dutton Children's Books
Subgenre
Historical
Section
Middle Grade

Sweetgrass Basket

Marlene Carvell

After their mother dies, Mohawk sisters Mattie and Sarah are sent to the Carlisle Indian School, where they cling to each other and their heritage.

  • Jane Addams Children's Book Honor 2006
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Themes

SiblingsCultural heritageRace & racismGrief & loss

Mood

Feels emotional, sad.

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