The story describes a bean woman searching for a husband who can feed her what she likes to eat. After rejecting several animals, the bean woman chooses to marry corn. The story says that this is why gardens planted in the old Tutelo way are seen with bean plants twined around corn plants in a loving embrace. Families plan a Three Sisters Garden and seeds are chosen. The addresses are provided for suppliers of heirloom seeds.
Readers can find diagrams for different garden planting patterns.
Black and white photographs and line drawings are found throughout the book. A glossary and pronunciation key to Native American terms is included. ENC does NOT distribute this resource.