Big and Little Sisters: A Story of an Indian Mission School

Name: Big and Little Sisters: A Story of an Indian Mission School
Author: Theodora R. Jenness

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About This Book

The narrative follows two young Sioux girls at a mission school as they navigate chores, lessons, and preparations for a community Christmas entertainment. Their exchanges reveal rivalry, pride, and generosity as they discuss sisters, sewing, and school recognition, while teachers' expectations and a moral motto shape behavior. Vivid domestic scenes and classroom moments emphasize memory, discipline, and careful workmanship, and the girls' family circumstances and hopes for approval gradually illuminate how social standing and cultural pressures influence friendship, identity, and seasonal celebrations within the mission setting.

About the Author

Theodora R. Jenness

Theodora R. Jenness was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature, particularly in the context of missionary work. Her notable work, "Big and Little Sisters: A Story of an Indian Mission School," reflects her engagement with themes of education and cultural exchange within Native American communities. Through her storytelling, Jenness aimed to illuminate the experiences of young girls in mission schools, offering insights into their lives and challenges. Her writing serves as a historical lens into the intersection of education, culture, and faith during her time.