Star Boy

Star Boy retells the Blackfoot legend of Star Boy, the son of Morning Star and an earthly bride who is banished from the Sky World because of his mother's disobedience and bears a mysterious scar as a reminder of his celestial origins. Through courage and perseverance, Star Boy embarks on a journey to seek forgiveness and restore honor to his family. Bold, stylized illustrations bring this traditional Blackfoot story to life. This book is an excellent choice for students because it introduces Native American mythology and storytelling traditions, models perseverance and redemption, and connects celestial imagery to cultural narrative.

Publishing Details

Author : Paul Goble

Illustrator : Paul Goble

Author Nationality : United Kingdom

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 32

Size: 8.7 x 8.7 inches

Year Published: 1991

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Traditional Literature

Theme: Native Americans, Fables & Folktales, Space, Adventure