This is the story of Tony Hotinez a present-day Navajo boy. It recounts his adventures as he herds sheep in the Arizona desert, spends evenings with his family in their hogan, and takes an exciting trip to the trading post, where Tony sells the drawings of the Navajos and of their customs which he has made. Suitable for middle and upper primary and lower secondary levels.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
001414
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Arizona - Reservations
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Navajo Indians
Childrens Films → Children 12+
Childrens Films → Children 6-12
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Indians of North America - Social conditions
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)