description: The 13 scales on Turtle's shell stand for the 13 cycles of the moon, each with its own name and a story that relates to the changing seasons. Joseph Bruchac and Jonathan London collaborate to reveal the beauty of the natural world around us, while Thomas Locker's illustrations honor both Native American legends and the varied American landscape. Full color.
language: English
title: Thirteen moons on turtle's back: A Native American year of moons
titlecomplete: Thirteen moons on turtle's back: A Native American year of moons
genres: Nature, Childrens, Picture Books, Native Americans, Folklore, Nonfiction, Mythology, Animals, Poetry, Cultural
ratings_count: 477
publisher: Scholastic