Black Indians: A Hidden Heritage

Black Indians: A Hidden Heritage by William Loren Katz offers a vital exploration of the intertwined histories of African Americans and Native Americans. This 208-page chapter book delves into the complex relations, alliances, and shared struggles of these communities from the earliest days of foreign settlement through the American pioneer era. It highlights the existence of Black Indians and their significant contributions, providing a much-needed perspective on American history. While the publisher lists an age range of 4-11, the depth and complexity of the historical content, along with its length, make it more suitable for independent readers in late elementary to middle school (ages 9-14), or as a guided read-aloud for younger, mature listeners with significant adult mediation.

Traces the history of relations between blacks and American Indians, and the existence of black Indians, from the earliest foreign landings through pioneer days. via Worldcat.org