You Are the Land
A joyful exploration of a child’s loving relationship with the land that supports and nurtures her as she grows.
Brave
An affirming, heartfelt picture book about a Native American boy proudly growing out his hair and basking in the knowledge that braids are beautiful.
Being Home
From Sibert Honor–winning author Traci Sorell and Caldecott Medal–winning artist Michaela Goade comes a heartwarming picture book about a Native American family and the joy of moving back to their ancestral land.
Rabbit's Snow Dance
Master storytellers Joseph and James Bruchac present a hip and funny take on an Iroquois folktale about the importance of patience, the seasons, and listening to your friends.
The Earth under Sky Bear's Feet
Abenaki storyteller and American Book Award recipient Joseph Bruchac offers twelve unforgettable stories of the living earth seen from the sky.
The First Strawberries
From an award-winning Native American storyteller comes this captivating re-telling of a Cherokee legend, which explains how strawberries came to be.
A Boy Called Slow
The True Story of Sitting Bull from multi-award-winning author Joseph Bruchac.
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back
These lyrical poems and striking paintings celebrate the wonder of the seasons, from the Northern Cheyenne's Moon of the Popping Trees to the Big Moon of the Abenaki.
The Sacred Stone Camp
A stunning account of the Sacred Stone Camp's first day, where Indigenous activist LaDonna BraveBull Allard gathered water protectors to protest the Dakota Access Pipeline.
At the Mountain's Base
A family, separated by duty and distance, waits for a loved one to return home in this lyrical picture book celebrating the bonds of a Cherokee family and the bravery of history-making women pilots.
Contenders
The true story of John Meyers and Charles Bender, who in 1911 became the first two Native pro baseball players to face off in a World Series.
Finding My Dance
In her debut picture book, professional Indigenous dancer Ria Thundercloud tells the true story of her path to dance and how it helped her take pride in her Native American heritage.
Tallchief
Growing up on the Osage Indian reservation, Maria Tallchief was a gifted pianist and dancer. According to Osage tradition, women are not permitted to dance, but Maria's parents recognized her gifts and allowed her to break the rule.
Loaf the Cat Goes To The Powwow
A Native American boy's cat surprises him at his first powwow—making for a very special dance indeed!
She Persisted: Deb Haaland
In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Laurel Goodluck, readers learn about the amazing life of Deb Haaland--and how she persisted.
She Persisted: Maria Tallchief
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Christine Day, readers learn about the amazing life of Maria Tallchief--and how she persisted.
She Persisted: Wilma Mankiller
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Traci Sorell, readers learn about the amazing life of Wilma Mankiller--and how she persisted.
Beyond the Game: Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Whetstone
The story of Indigenous professional runner Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Whetstone and her social justice work organizing and advocating for Indigenous people.
Who Was Wilma Mankiller?
Learn about the life and legacy of the first woman to serve as principal chief of the Cherokee Nation!
Who Was Sitting Bull?
No one knew the boy they called “Jumping Badger” would grow to become a great leader. Born on the banks of the Yellowstone River, Sitting Bull, as he was later called, was tribal chief and holy man of the Lakota Sioux tribe in a time of fierce conflict with the United States.
Who Were the Navajo Code Talkers?
Learn how this heroic group of American Indian men created a secret, unbreakable code and helped the US win major battles during World War II.
Buffalo Dreamer
An illuminating novel about the importance of reclaiming the past, based on the author’s family history.
Rez Dogs
Renowned author Joseph Bruchac tells a powerful story of a girl who learns more about her Penacook heritage while sheltering in place with her grandparents during the coronavirus pandemic.
Peacemaker
A twelve-year-old Iroquois boy searches for peace in this historical novel based on the creation of the Iroquois Confederacy.
Eagle Song
A contemporary middle grade story about confronting bullying and prejudice.
Pushing up the Sky
From acclaimed Native American storyteller Joseph Bruchac comes a collection of seven lively plays for children to perform, each one adapted from a different traditional Native tale.
Talking Leaves
A work of historical fiction about Sequoyah and the creation of the Cherokee alphabet.
The Winter People
Saxso is fourteen when the British attack his village. It’s 1759, and war is raging in the northeast between the British and the French, with the Abenaki people—Saxso’s people—by their side.
Arrow Over the Door
For young Samuel Russell, the summer of 1777 is a time of fear. The British Army is approaching, and the Indians in the area seem ready to attack.
The Heart of a Chief
Chris Nicola's life is complicated. He lives on the Penacook Indian Reservation and goes to school in town. The Penacook are divided over whether or not to build a casino on a beautiful island Chris thinks of as his own. Is there anything one sixth-grade boy can do?
Children of the Longhouse
When Ohkwa'ri overhears a group of older boys planning a raid on a neighboring village, he immediately tells his Mohawk elders. He has done the right thing—but he has also made enemies.
Two Roads
A boy discovers his Native American heritage in this Depression-era tale of identity and friendship.
Code Talker
This deeply affecting novel honors all the young men who dared to serve in World War II, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.
March Toward the Thunder
From the multi-award-winning author of Code Talker comes a Native American perspective on the Civil War.
Indigenous America
A new nonfiction series that uncovers hidden histories of the United States.
The true story of the United States’ Indigenous beginnings.
The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee (Young Readers Adaptation)
A story of Native American resilience and reinvention, adapted for young adults from the adult nonfiction book of the same name.
Imaginary Borders
In this personal, moving essay, environmental activist and hip-hop artist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez uses his art and his activism to show that climate change is a human issue that can't be ignored.
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