Queer Person facts for kids
Queer Person is an exciting children's book written by Ralph Hubbard. It tells the story of a young boy who cannot hear or speak. He grows up with the Pikuni people. The book features drawings by Harold von Schmidt. It was first released in 1930. In 1931, it received a special award called the Newbery Honor. This award recognizes excellent books for children.
About the Book
The Story of Queer Person
The story begins when a four-year-old boy gets lost. He cannot hear or speak. He wanders into a camp of the Pikuni people. At first, some people in the camp are unsure about him. They give him the name "Queer Person."
However, an old and wise medicine woman takes him in. She cares for him and raises him. She believes he will achieve great things. She makes sure he learns and grows to be worthy of a special future.
As he gets older, the boy faces a test of bravery. During this test, he bravely saves the chief's son. Because of his courage, he earns the respect and admiration of the chief's daughter. Eventually, "Queer Person" grows up to become an important leader among the Pikuni tribe. His journey shows how understanding and bravery can lead to great things.
