This book introduces children to the traditional lifestyles of Native nations who lived in the western Great Lakes region, as well as the impact of colonization on Native peoples.

Includes index.

The western Great Lakes -- Moving with the seasons -- Life in the woodlands -- People of the woodlands -- Common beliefs -- Trade between nations -- The Anishinabe -- Woodland nations -- Other nations near the lakes -- Trading fur -- A changed way of life -- Europeans in conflict -- The woodlands are taken -- The nations today.