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25 books about indigenous cultures
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Middle Grade
Young Adult
Graphic Novels
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My First Book of Sports
My First Book of Basketball
Sports Illustrated Kids
For the teen feeling caught between two worlds, struggling to find their place while staying true to their roots and the
Ages 13–18
My Name Is Not Easy
Debby Dahl Edwardson
For the child grappling with the pain of being away from home or the weight of a changing identity while navigating a sy
Ages 12–18
Bone Dance
Martha Brooks
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of family secrets and the search for belonging after loss or parental strug
Ages 12–18
My Little Black Girl
Octavia L Stockton
For the teenager navigating the weight of two worlds and the courage it takes to leave behind the familiar to pursue a b
Ages 13–18
Skeleton Man
Joseph Bruchac
For the child who enjoys spine-tingling suspense and finding the courage to trust their instincts when things feel dange
Ages 9–13
Crooked River
Shelley Pearsall
For the child grappling with the difference between what is legal and what is right, this story explores finding the cou
Ages 9–13
Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask
Anton Treuer
For the curious reader who wants to understand Indigenous history and modern life without the awkwardness of not knowing
Ages 12–18
Touching Spirit Bear
Ben Mikaelsen
For the child struggling with explosive anger or a history of bad choices, this powerful story explores how nature and a
Ages 11–15
A Girl Named Disaster
Nancy Farmer
For the young reader seeking the strength to stand up for their own future and the resilience to navigate life's unexpec
Ages 10–14
Riders in the Chariot
Patrick White
For those seeking to understand how individuals from vastly different backgrounds find spiritual connection while facing
Ages 16–18
John Winthrop, Oliver Cromwell, and the Land of Promise
Marc Aronson
For the curious student exploring how leadership and faith shaped the Atlantic world. This deep dive connects the histor
Ages 12–18
It's My State!
Nebraska
Doug Sanders
For the student assigned a state report who needs reliable facts, clear maps, and a deep dive into the Cornhusker State'
Ages 8–13
It's My State!
Iowa
David C. King
For the curious student researching a state report or wanting to learn about life in the Heartland, from the Great River
Ages 8–13
The Tucket Adventures #1
Mr. Tucket
Gary Paulsen
For the child navigating the messy transition to adulthood and learning that independence requires both grit and the wis
Ages 10–14
Hole in the Sky
Pete Hautman
For the reader grappling with uncertainty in a changing world, this survival story explores loyalty and the courage to s
Ages 12–16
Thunderwith
Libby Hathorn
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of losing a parent and the isolation of joining a new, unfamiliar family in
Ages 11–15
The Native American Story Book #4
The Native American Story Book: Volume Four
G.W. Mullins
For the family looking to honor ancestral wisdom and explore the rich oral traditions of the Choctaw, Lumbee, and Hopi n
Ages 7–14
The Native American Story Book #5
The Native American Story Book: Volume Five
G.W. Mullins
For the child who asks how the world began or why animals behave the way they do, these traditional indigenous legends o
Ages 8–14
The Native American Story Book #3
The Native American Story Book: Volume Three
G.W. Mullins
For the child curious about the roots of the world, these traditional Hopi, Navajo, and Apache tales offer timeless wisd
Ages 8–14
Garram #1
Garram the Hunter
Herbert Best
For the child who values deep bonds with a pet and feels like an outsider, this classic adventure follows a brave boy na
Ages 10–14
It's My State!
Wyoming
Rick Petreycik
For the curious student researching a state report or the young traveler planning a trip to the Equality State.
Ages 9–14
World of Adventure #6
Sacred Well of Sacrifice
Henry A. Bamman
For the student who struggles with reading but loves high-stakes exploration, this action-packed mystery brings the hist
Ages 8–14
Lost in the Barrens #2
The Curse of the Viking Grave
Farley Mowat
For the child who thrives on independence and high-stakes exploration, this adventure tests the limits of friendship and
Ages 9–13
Moon of Two Dark Horses
Sally M. Keehn
For the child navigating a world where outside conflicts threaten their closest bonds. This story explores how two boys
Ages 10–14
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