Docas : $b The Indian boy of Santa Clara

"Docas: The Indian Boy of Santa Clara" by Genevra Sisson Snedden is a children's story about a young California Indian boy named Docas, capturing his everyday life and cultural experiences in his community before big changes came with European settlers. The story teaches young readers about indigenous peoples and their customs through stories and characters that feel real. Readers meet Docas, a seven-year-old who lives with his family near San Francisco Bay, discovering his daily routines like fishing with his dad, gathering acorns, and playing with his little brother. Showing traditions like cooking acorn mush and being close to nature, the book creates a clear picture of the community's life, stressing the importance of family, working together, and the fun things the children do, setting the scene for adventures based on true stories from the lives of California Indian children.