6 Kaya rides into the valley on her horse Steps High The sun sparkles on the river Kaya loves the beauty of this special place
Kaya's family has come to fish for salmon Her people are the Niimíipuu also called the Nez Perce 7
8 Kaya has a special bond with Steps High The horse comes when Kaya whistles Kaya knows that Steps High can gallop fast but her horse is young and still learning to trust Kaya So Kaya doesn't race her
Kaya's best friend is Speaking Rain Speaking Rain is blind When they ride together Kaya leads her friend's horse Speaking Rain trusts Kaya to keep her safe 9