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Two Bear Cubs

A Miwok Legend from California's Yosemite Valley
Pages
36
Published
1997
Language
English

Synopsis

This book retells a Miwok Indian legend about two bear cubs who find themselves stranded atop the formidable rock known as El Capitan. A small but determined measuring worm becomes their unlikely hero, embarking on a courageous journey to save them. It's a tale of bravery and unexpected heroes from Native American tradition.

About the author

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Robert D. San Souci

Robert D. San Souci was a writer known for his contributions to children's literature, including the notable work World Literature 1999. His stories often explored folklore and fairy tales.

Characters

measuring wormProtagonist
Two Bear Cubs (the cubs)Protagonist

A pair of bear cub siblings who wander too far from their mother and become stranded on a rock ledge, needing help to get down.

bear cubsSupporting
Red-Tailed HawkSupporting

The hawk who spots the cubs' predicament high up on El Capitan and alerts the other animals.

All characters in Two Bear Cubs