The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush by Tomie dePaola

DePaola, T. (1988). The legend of the Indian paintbrush. New York: Putnam. 

Summary:
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush is a legend about a young Native American boy who doesn't seem to fit in with the other boys in his tribe.  He doesn't like to run, ride, and play; instead he has a talent for painting.  As the book progresses, he realizes his purpose and true gift.

Awards:

• None known for this book (will update if I learn of any).

• As an author, Tomie dePaola has been recognized with the Caldecott Honor Award, the Newbery Honor Award, the New Hampshire Governor's Arts Award of Living Treasure, and numerous other awards.

Resources: 

Author's Webpage

Activity page with additional booklist

Fables, folk tales, fairy tales, legends, myths 
Pictographs, more pictographs, and a few more

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