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Native American Heritage Month for Kids and Teens

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November is American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. Check out these nonfiction titles for kids and teens that celebrate the history and diverse culture of Indigenous peoples.

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We Are Water Protectors

We Are Water Protectors

by Lindstrom, Carole

Book - 2020

When a black snake threatens to destroy the earth, one young water protector takes a stand to defend the planet's water, in a tale inspired by the many indigenous-led conservation movements across North America. Ages 3-6. When a black snake threatens to destroy the earth, one young water protector takes a stand to defend the planet's water, in a tale inspired by the many indigenous-led conservation movements across North America. Ages 3-6. Show less

When a black snake threatens to destroy the earth, one young water protector takes a stand to defend the planet's water, in a tale inspired by the many indigenous-led conservation movements across North America. Ages 3-6. When a black snake threatens to destroy the earth, one young water protector takes a stand to defend the planet's water, in a tale inspired by the many indigenous-led conservation movements across North America. Ages 3-6. Show less

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Fry Bread

Fry Bread

A Native American Family Story

by Maillard, Kevin Noble

Book - 2019

Fry bread is food, but it also has a rich history for many different Native American nations. See and feel its significance and then use the recipe at the end to make your own. Ages 3-6. Fry bread is food, but it also has a rich history for many different Native American nations. See and feel its significance and then use the recipe at the end to make your own. Ages 3-6. Show less

Fry bread is food, but it also has a rich history for many different Native American nations. See and feel its significance and then use the recipe at the end to make your own. Ages 3-6. Fry bread is food, but it also has a rich history for many different Native American nations. See and feel its significance and then use the recipe at the end to make your own. Ages 3-6. Show less

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She Sang Promise

She Sang Promise

The Story of Betty Mae Jumper, Seminole Tribal Leader

by Annino, Jan Godown

Book - 2010

Betty Mae Tiger Jumper was born in 1923, the daughter of a Seminole woman and a white man. She grew up in the Everglades under dark clouds of distrust amo...Show more Betty Mae Tiger Jumper was born in 1923, the daughter of a Seminole woman and a white man. She grew up in the Everglades under dark clouds of distrust among her tribe who could not accept her at first, but perservered to become the first female elected tribal leader. Grades 2-6. Show less

Betty Mae Tiger Jumper was born in 1923, the daughter of a Seminole woman and a white man. She grew up in the Everglades under dark clouds of distrust amo...Show more Betty Mae Tiger Jumper was born in 1923, the daughter of a Seminole woman and a white man. She grew up in the Everglades under dark clouds of distrust among her tribe who could not accept her at first, but perservered to become the first female elected tribal leader. Grades 2-6. Show less

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Ancestor Approved

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Intertribal Stories for Kids

Book - 2021

A volume of interconnected stories and poems set at a Native American Dance for Mother Earth Powwow celebration in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A volume of interconnected stories and poems set at a Native American Dance for Mother Earth Powwow celebration in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Show less

A volume of interconnected stories and poems set at a Native American Dance for Mother Earth Powwow celebration in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A volume of interconnected stories and poems set at a Native American Dance for Mother Earth Powwow celebration in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Show less

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The Power of Style

The Power of Style

How Fashion and Beauty Are Being Used to Reclaim Cultures

by Allaire, Christian

Book - 2021

As a fashion-obsessed Ojibwe teen, Christian Allaire rarely saw anyone that looked like him in the magazines or movies he looked to for inspiration. Now t...Show more As a fashion-obsessed Ojibwe teen, Christian Allaire rarely saw anyone that looked like him in the magazines or movies he looked to for inspiration. Now the Fashion and Style Writer for Vogue, he is working to change that--because clothes are never just clothes. Ages 12+. Show less

As a fashion-obsessed Ojibwe teen, Christian Allaire rarely saw anyone that looked like him in the magazines or movies he looked to for inspiration. Now t...Show more As a fashion-obsessed Ojibwe teen, Christian Allaire rarely saw anyone that looked like him in the magazines or movies he looked to for inspiration. Now the Fashion and Style Writer for Vogue, he is working to change that--because clothes are never just clothes. Ages 12+. Show less

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An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States for Young People

An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States for Young People

by Mendoza, Jean

Book - 2019

Going beyond the story of America as a country "discovered" by a few brave men in the "New World," Indigenous human rights advocate Ro...Show more Going beyond the story of America as a country "discovered" by a few brave men in the "New World," Indigenous human rights advocate Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz reveals the roles that settler colonialism and policies of American Indian genocide played in forming our national identity. Grades 9+. Show less

Going beyond the story of America as a country "discovered" by a few brave men in the "New World," Indigenous human rights advocate Ro...Show more Going beyond the story of America as a country "discovered" by a few brave men in the "New World," Indigenous human rights advocate Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz reveals the roles that settler colonialism and policies of American Indian genocide played in forming our national identity. Grades 9+. Show less

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Sharice's Big Voice

Sharice's Big Voice

A Native Kid Becomes A Congresswoman

by Davids, Sharice

Book - 2021

This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Gr.K-3 This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Gr.K-3 Show less

This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Gr.K-3 This picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Gr.K-3 Show less

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We Are Grateful

We Are Grateful

Otsaliheliga

by Sorell, Traci

Book - 2018

The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Show less

The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Show less

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The Water Walker

The Water Walker

by Robertson, Joanne

Book - 2017

The story of a determined Ojibwe Grandmother (Nokomis) Josephine Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). The story of a determined Ojibwe Grandmother (Nokomis) Josephine Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). Show less

The story of a determined Ojibwe Grandmother (Nokomis) Josephine Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). The story of a determined Ojibwe Grandmother (Nokomis) Josephine Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). Show less

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Unstoppable

Unstoppable

How Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Defeated the Army

by Coulson, Art

Book - 2018

In the autumn of 1912, the football team from Carlisle Indian Industrial School took the field at the U.S. Military Academy. Sportswriters billed the game...Show more In the autumn of 1912, the football team from Carlisle Indian Industrial School took the field at the U.S. Military Academy. Sportswriters billed the game as a sort of rematch, pitting against each other the descendants of U.S. soldiers and American Indians who fought on the battlefield only 20 years earlier. But for lightning-fast Jim Thorpe and the other Carlisle players, that day's game was about skill, strategy, and determination. Show less

In the autumn of 1912, the football team from Carlisle Indian Industrial School took the field at the U.S. Military Academy. Sportswriters billed the game...Show more In the autumn of 1912, the football team from Carlisle Indian Industrial School took the field at the U.S. Military Academy. Sportswriters billed the game as a sort of rematch, pitting against each other the descendants of U.S. soldiers and American Indians who fought on the battlefield only 20 years earlier. But for lightning-fast Jim Thorpe and the other Carlisle players, that day's game was about skill, strategy, and determination. Show less

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We Are Still Here!

We Are Still Here!

Native American Truths Everyone Should Know

by Sorell, Traci

Book - 2021

A group of Native American kids from different tribes presents twelve historical and contemporary time periods, struggles, and victories to their classmates, each ending with a powerful refrain: we are still here. Grades 4-6. A group of Native American kids from different tribes presents twelve historical and contemporary time periods, struggles, and victories to their classmates, each ending with a powerful refrain: we are still here. Grades 4-6. Show less

A group of Native American kids from different tribes presents twelve historical and contemporary time periods, struggles, and victories to their classmates, each ending with a powerful refrain: we are still here. Grades 4-6. A group of Native American kids from different tribes presents twelve historical and contemporary time periods, struggles, and victories to their classmates, each ending with a powerful refrain: we are still here. Grades 4-6. Show less

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Classified

Classified

The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer

by Sorell, Traci

eBook - 2021

Mary Golda Ross designed classified airplanes and spacecraft as Lockheed Aircraft Corporation's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Ages 7-11. Mary Golda Ross designed classified airplanes and spacecraft as Lockheed Aircraft Corporation's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Ages 7-11. Show less

Mary Golda Ross designed classified airplanes and spacecraft as Lockheed Aircraft Corporation's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Ages 7-11. Mary Golda Ross designed classified airplanes and spacecraft as Lockheed Aircraft Corporation's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Ages 7-11. Show less

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Edmonia Lewis

Edmonia Lewis

by Walls, Jasmine

Graphic Novel - 2020

Meet Edmonia Lewis, the woman who changed America during the Civil War by becoming the first sculptor of African-American and Native American heritage to ...Show more Meet Edmonia Lewis, the woman who changed America during the Civil War by becoming the first sculptor of African-American and Native American heritage to earn international acclaim. A true story of courage, determination and perseverance through one of America's most violent eras to create true beauty that still reverberates today. Ages 8-12. Show less

Meet Edmonia Lewis, the woman who changed America during the Civil War by becoming the first sculptor of African-American and Native American heritage to ...Show more Meet Edmonia Lewis, the woman who changed America during the Civil War by becoming the first sculptor of African-American and Native American heritage to earn international acclaim. A true story of courage, determination and perseverance through one of America's most violent eras to create true beauty that still reverberates today. Ages 8-12. Show less

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Apple

Apple

(Skin to the Core)

by Gansworth, Eric

eBook - 2020

Eric Gansworth tells the story of his family, of Onondaga among Tuscaroras, of Native folks everywhere. From the horrible legacy of the government boardin...Show more Eric Gansworth tells the story of his family, of Onondaga among Tuscaroras, of Native folks everywhere. From the horrible legacy of the government boarding schools, to a boy watching his siblings leave and return and leave again, to a young man fighting to be an artist who balances multiple worlds. Ages 12+. Show less

Eric Gansworth tells the story of his family, of Onondaga among Tuscaroras, of Native folks everywhere. From the horrible legacy of the government boardin...Show more Eric Gansworth tells the story of his family, of Onondaga among Tuscaroras, of Native folks everywhere. From the horrible legacy of the government boarding schools, to a boy watching his siblings leave and return and leave again, to a young man fighting to be an artist who balances multiple worlds. Ages 12+. Show less

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask

Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask

by Treuer, Anton

eBook - 2021

From the acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer comes an essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike...Show more From the acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer comes an essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike. Questions range from "Why is there such a fuss about nonnative people wearing Indian costumes for Halloween?" to "Why are Indians so often imagined rather than understood?" Ages 12-14. Show less

From the acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer comes an essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike...Show more From the acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer comes an essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike. Questions range from "Why is there such a fuss about nonnative people wearing Indian costumes for Halloween?" to "Why are Indians so often imagined rather than understood?" Ages 12-14. Show less

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As Long as the Rivers Flow

As Long as the Rivers Flow

The Stories of Nine Native Americans

by Allen, Paula Gunn

Book - 1996

The nine Native American men and women covered in this collection have made history, despite prejudices against them. Celebrate the diversity and talents ...Show more The nine Native American men and women covered in this collection have made history, despite prejudices against them. Celebrate the diversity and talents of Native Americans who have made great contributions to arts, politics, sports, and other aspects of American life. Show less

The nine Native American men and women covered in this collection have made history, despite prejudices against them. Celebrate the diversity and talents ...Show more The nine Native American men and women covered in this collection have made history, despite prejudices against them. Celebrate the diversity and talents of Native Americans who have made great contributions to arts, politics, sports, and other aspects of American life. Show less

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Redbone

Redbone

The True Story of A Native American Rock Band

by Staebler, Christian

Graphic Novel - 2020

Presents the history of the Native American rock band Redbone, who rose to fame while maintaining their cultural identity, and took a stand as the American Indian Movement in the 1970s gained momentum. Ages 12+. Presents the history of the Native American rock band Redbone, who rose to fame while maintaining their cultural identity, and took a stand as the American Indian Movement in the 1970s gained momentum. Ages 12+. Show less

Presents the history of the Native American rock band Redbone, who rose to fame while maintaining their cultural identity, and took a stand as the American Indian Movement in the 1970s gained momentum. Ages 12+. Presents the history of the Native American rock band Redbone, who rose to fame while maintaining their cultural identity, and took a stand as the American Indian Movement in the 1970s gained momentum. Ages 12+. Show less

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