The Sound of Flutes retold by Henry Crow Dog illustrated by Paul Goble Level 6, Unit 4, Lesson 4 Carol Harms, JSD 171 Orofino

Genre: Legend A legend tells the story of a hero. Example: King Arthur A legend my be based on facts, but in the course of many retellings, the heroes and their actions become exaggerated.

Years ago, young Native American men courted women by playing special songs for them on the Siyotanka, a peculiar, bird-shaped flute crafted exclusively for making love music. In this selection, the author relates the legend behind the Siyotanka.

courting Developing a romantic relationship

unmannerly Rudely, without manners

obsidian hard, black, glassy rock Obsidian is an igneous rock that is very different than most other types. It is formed by the very rapid cooling of lava. When certain types of lava cool this fast, it makes volcanic glass, or obsidian. The rocks are very hard and shiny, and when they break, or fracture, they have very sharp edges. Since the Stone Age, humans have used obsidian to make cutting tools and tips for their arrows and spears.

mournful having the quality of sadness Lisa listened to the mournful music and it made her remember the sad times.

eerie strange… producing disturbing feelings The eerie picture made me feel uncomfortable