StoryMakers: Traci Sorell
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Otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is a word that Cherokee people use to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the Cherokee New Year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Based on the children's book written by Traci Sorell. Part of the "Storymakers" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 8 minutes 51 seconds
- Topic: History, Literature, Social Science
- Subtopic: Children's Literature, Multiculturalism, Native Americans
- Grade/Interest Level: 2 - 5
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- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: KidLit TV
- Series: StoryMakers
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