The Legend of the Bluebonnet

 

dePaola, T. (1983). The legend of the bluebonnet. NY: Putnam.

 

This picture book is a retelling of the Comanche Indian legend of how a little girl's sacrifice brought the flower called the bluebonnet to Texas. It all begins with the Indians trying to save their people from a drought. A little girl decided to sacrifice the only thing she had to help her people. The Great Spirits rewarded her sacrifice and her people were saved.

 

Textbook Assignment 1:

 

Cultural Markers: Words and pictures are used to depict culture in children’s picture books.

“The Legend of the Bluebonnet” by Tomie DePaola is rich in the culture of the Comanche People. Although it is a legend, many of the traditions and beliefs of the people are portrayed in this book. Both the words and pictures in this picture book depict the Comanche Indians.

 

Here is a link to the book trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gcGlxsTrqE

Extension Activities from Scholastic:
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plan/legend-bluebonnet-extension-activities