Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children

A gentle collection of traditional Iroquois tales, this volume brings the stories once whispered around council fires into a form that both Indigenous and non‑Indigenous children can hear today. Gathered by a visitor who was welcomed into many lodges, the narratives are drawn directly from the elders who have passed them down for generations, preserving the rhythm and reverence of the original oral telling.

The tales range from the mischief of Little People and the wisdom of forest animals to the origins of natural landmarks, each one offering a glimpse of the values—courage, generosity, respect for nature—that guided the Iroquois way of life. Simple language and vivid illustrations accompany the stories, inviting listeners to sit by an imagined fire, hear the crackle of the flames, and feel the timeless connection between past and present.