Om-Kas-Toe: Blackfeet Twin Captures an Elkdog : Autographed (Amazing Indian Children)

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Summary: amazing storytelling
Review: I first saw Kenneth Thomasma speak when I was in third grade. He told the story of Om-Kas-Toe, and I imediately decided to buy the book. It is an amazing story about a boys friendship with a crow, and the story of the introduction of horses to Blackfeet culture. I read the entire book in one sitting. Kenneth Thomasma is an amazing story teller.

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Summary: Interesting
Review: I have fond memories of curling up with this book and a few potato chips (yes, potato chips). I think this is a wonderful, educational book for young children - and definitely not your run-of-the-mill school assignment. The way in which the author portrays the Blackfeet life is believable, the characterizations of the twins engaging, and the plotline very entertaining. I read this over and over, even after I had run out of potato chips.

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Summary: Interesting
Review: I thought that this was also a good book. I am going to order some of his other books. Ken Thomasma came to my school awhile ago, and the 4 that I own are autographed. I still enjoy reading them, even though I am 17.

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Summary: The review of the Blackfeet tribe
Review: In the beginning the Blackfeet tribe is a warlike tribe, but no one ever attacks them. There is a boy named Om who wants to be a brave. He has a twin sister. When a baby falls off a cradle board Om's wise bird finds the baby. Om is the first one there. Everyone thinks Om found the baby so he gets his name changed to Om-kas-toe. His new name means swift as a deer and strong as a moose. In the end he gets his chance to be a brave by leading his braves against the snake braves.

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Summary: Om-Kas-Toe: Blackfeet Twin Capturers and Elkdog
Review: Ken Thomasma came to my son's school. We bought a copy of the book so it could be autographed. However, we didn't read the book until several years later. I wished I hadn't waited so long. The story is about Om-Kas-Toe, a young Indian boy, who demostrates his honesty, bravery, and courage as he grows up and becomes a man. The book gives a wonderful insight into the Indian culture and values. My son and I both loved this book. I and I am going to order several other Ken Thomasma books.