Eagle Books FAQ

Q. How do I get the Eagle Books and activity materials?

A. You can order books from CDC and download materials from the Eagle Books Toolkit for immediate use.

Q. Should I read the four Eagle Books in any particular order?

A. NDWP suggests reading the books in the following order: Through the Eyes of the Eagle, Knees Lifted High, Plate Full of Color, and then Tricky Treats. Although each book builds on messages from the previous book, each story presents its own health messages.

Q. Do I need permission to use the materials posted online?

A. No, the materials may be copied and used by the public for free.

Q. Can I make the big banners and characters?

A. Yes, the files are posted in the Eagle Books Toolkit and include instructions for printing.

Q. Are Eagle Books events expensive?

A. Simple family and classroom events might not cost anything. There could be additional costs to print the materials. Community-wide events might require a budget, but you could seek local donors.

Q. I would love to have an Eagle Books activity day with other families. How should I get started?

A. Encourage other families to get copies of the books. The event doesn’t have to be elaborate—you can read a book or watch the animated stories while serving healthy foods.

Q. Our Eagle Books activity day needs to include the entire family. What can older children do to stay entertained?

A. Older children can:

• Help lead physical challenge activities for the younger children.
• Act as hosts.
• Help prepare meals.
• Read Eagle Books stories to the younger children.
• Replenish supplies.
• Run audio or video equipment.
• Perform a play, song, or dance.

Q. I see that Eagle Books can be used to support 11 of the Indian Health Service (IHS) diabetes best practices. How can I use this information to my community’s advantage?

A. The IHS diabetes best practices, listed on page four of the Eagle Books Toolkit for Families, Classrooms, and Communities [PDF, 3MB], help diabetes prevention and treatment programs improve patient results. Programs that use these best practices are more competitive for receiving funds from the Special Diabetes Program for Indians.

Q. Where can I find out about Eagle Books Talking Circles?

A. Diabetes talking circles can be powerful, culturally appropriate ways to share knowledge and increase wellness. IHS recognizes Seva Foundation’s Talking Circles as being highly effective in helping Native people manage type 2 diabetes.