Dormitory for intermediate boys, Chilocco Indian School, Chilocco, Okla. The back of the postcard reads: Dear mom, this is a picture of home One. When I come home I will tell all about it. From Your Son. This was sent to Delylah Edwards in Tulsa, OK. (Photo Credit: Chilocco Indian School Alumni website)
It has been a great pleasure to read "They Called it Prairie Light - The Story of the Chilocco Indian School." The book was not only informative, but also heartfelt. I most enjoyed reading the personal interviews of the students themselves.
Whether working or learning, the students stole time to live like children. Roasting stolen corn, creating home brew, slipping away to hear some music, or having stomp dances on the prairie...the children personalized their experiences in whatever manner they could. They are forever bound in many different ways by their one common experience, attending Chilocco.
***Click on the title of the post and you will be linked to the Chilocco Indian School Alumni website. There you may browse photos and read about the history of Chilocco.
I especially loved reading the personal interviews as well. I thought it would be great to have all the fun adventures that the children had, the walks, the dress-ups, and the hunting, their relationships seemed really strong. I enjoyed reading your responses, and before I sign off your page I am going to attempt to get to level 3 on the game below! (: Yvonne
ReplyDeleteThe bonds they build between the students lived with them forever. Their memories of the Chilocco Indian school stayed fresh. I enjoyed reading your outlook on the book. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings Kara. As always your comments are interesting and straight to the point. I especially love and concur with your last statement, "They are forever bound in many different ways by their one common experience, attending Chilocco."
ReplyDeleteI look forward to your learning about your next book:) Enjoy your Spring Break! ;)