Arrow to the Sun. A Pueblo Indian Tale

Arrow to the Sun. A Pueblo Indian Tale, by Gerald McDermott and Viking Press, is a powerful retelling of an ancient legend from the Pueblo Indians of the American Southwest. Through vibrant colors and bold geometric forms inspired by traditional Pueblo art, McDermott tells the story of a boy who seeks his father, the Lord of the Sun, and must pass through four ceremonial kivas to prove his worthiness and claim his heritage. A winner of the Caldecott Medal in 1975, this book is a timeless classic of illustrated children's literature for readers ages five to eight.

Publishing Details

Author : Gerald McDermott

Author Nationality : American

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 48

Size: 9.8 x 11.2 inches

Year Published: 1974

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: K-3

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Fiction, Folklore