Reviews
"Must Read" - Public News Service
--Public News Service
"While it is written for grade-school children, anyone interested in Indian culture and Florida's past will find this book enlightening." - Tampa Tribune
--Tampa Tribune
"A very strongly recommended addition to both school and community library Native American Studies collections for young readers." - Children's Bookwatch
--Children's Bookwatch
"Young readers in grades four through eight will enjoy reading about Florida's first Paleo-Indian tribes through Weitzel's fictional stories about a young boy on his first mammoth hunt… Filled with maps, illustrations, highlighted words and a glossary, this book is a good addition to the school library and classroom." - Florida Today
--Florida Today
"Combining accessible archaeology and history, compelling fiction, and more than 50 illustrations, the book teaches young readers what it took to survive in wild Florida and helps them actively participate in the daily life of Florida's Indians as each chapter unfolds." - Gainesville Sun
--Gainesville Sun
" takes the readers on an adventure into Florida's past in a complelling and educational manner"
--Florida Magazine
"A notable addition to children's literature (grade fourthrough eight) on Native American History." ; "The Archaeology is first-rate and the story compelling." ; "Journeys with Florida's Indians will spark the interest of young people everywhere and it's a powerful teaching tool for American schools."
--American Archaeology
"Skillfully written, with captivating story lines bringing Florida's Indians alive to its readers."
--Florida Historical Quarterly