An innovative retelling of the classic Christmas tale, this full-color book takes a whimsical look at what Christmas Eve might be like for an American Indian family when Old Red Shirt (the Indian Santa Claus) comes a-calling with his team of flying white buffalo to deliver fry bread, commodities, and other goodies. Renowned Cherokee artist Jesse Hummingbird’s inspired illustrations transform the author’s playful adaptation into a fresh and modern work of art. A delight for people of all ages and cultures, especially those interested in Native customs and art. Winner of the Moonbeam Award for Holiday Books.

Listen and watch the book unfold. Narrated by Harlan McKosato (Sac & Fox Nation, OK)

• Jesse Hummingbird’s inspired illustrations transform the author’s playful adaptation into a fresh and modern work of art. A delight for people of all ages and cultures, especially those interested in Native American customs and art.

--GoodMinds.com

Hardcover, full color illustrations

AUTHOR
Award-winning writer and filmmaker Gary Robinson (of Choctaw/Cherokee descent) has participated in the production of dozens of Native American educational, informational, and documentary television projects and worked to create Native American content most of his adult life. He is the author of sixteen books, including seven PathFinders teen novels. For more information, visit tribaleyeproductions.com.

ILLUSTRATOR

Jesse T. Hummingbird was a Cherokee artist who has won awards for his paintings at major shows across the country. He won the best of division for painting at the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market; second place in painting at the Southwest Arts Festival in Indio, California.  In 2017, he was selected by the Cherokee Nation as a Cherokee National Living Treasure.
Books by Jesse and Sandy Hummingbird include  Native American Ledger Art Coloring Book, Cherokee Masks Activity Book, Cherokee Clothing Activity Book, Pow Wow ABC Coloring Book, and Powwow Activity Book.