Where did the name 'Illinois' come from? What exactly is the Piasa? How did tribes of the Illinois Nation make their canoes? This book contains all kinds of interesting facts that tell the story of the people who lived in Illinois long before European explorers arrived. You will find information about the first people who lived in Illinois. You will learn about the different Native American tribes that have called Illinois home and the beliefs and practices that make them unique. And, you will find out where the tribes of Illinois are located today.