Books by S. D. Nelson

3 books · Ages 4–13

S. D. Nelson writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–13, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, family & siblings, resilience & perseverance.

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Grandma's Tipi: A Present-Day Lakota Story
Grandma's Tipi: A Present-Day Lakota Story
S. D. Nelson
Clara spends her first summer with her Lakota grandmother, Unci, and cousin on the Standing Rock Reservation. Learning t
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Animals Speak The Lakota Way
The Animals Speak The Lakota Way
S. D. Nelson
For families eager to explore Indigenous perspectives, this book shares profound Lakota wisdom and timeless lessons thro
Ages 7–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Grandma's Tipi: A Present-Day Lakota Story
The Animals Speak The Lakota Way
Ages 8–11
3 books
Crazy Horse and Custer Born Enemies
Grandma's Tipi: A Present-Day Lakota Story
The Animals Speak The Lakota Way
Ages 12–18
1 books
Crazy Horse and Custer Born Enemies

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityFamily & SiblingsResilience & PerseveranceLove & FamilyEmpathy & KindnessCuriosity & WonderCultural IdentityMaking Friends

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