The Little Navajo Herder

The narrative presents a year in the life of a young Navajo girl, describing her family's daily rhythms, seasonal tasks, and the surrounding landscape. It moves through home life in the hogan, tending sheep and goats, cornfield work, visits to the trading post, and her father's silversmithing. It details textile practices—sorting, carding, spinning, dyeing, and weaving—alongside harvesting, animal care, and craft traditions, emphasizing sensory impressions of land, color, and craft. Episodes show family roles, tools, and work routines, blending practical instruction with simple observations that convey the girl's perspective of belonging and learning.