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Indigenous Cultures

54 books about indigenous cultures

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

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World Myths and Legends

African Myths and Legends

Catherine Chambers

For the child curious about how the world began or why animals behave the way they do, these vibrant tales offer a windo

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Chief Seattle and the Indian in the Moon: The Legend of Star Child and Mud Child

Jewell Praying Wolf James, Darby Anne James

For children curious about the stars and the moon, this beautiful legend offers a soulful way to explore how the natural

Ages 5–9

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Goddesses and Heroines Meet More Than 80 Legendary Women from Around the World

For the child seeking powerful role models, this illustrated treasury introduces over 80 legendary women from global myt

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Introducing Australia

For the curious student preparing for a school project or a family planning a big trip to the Land Down Under.

Cover of Four Streets and a Square: A History of Manhattan and the New York Idea

Four Streets and a Square: A History of Manhattan and the New York Idea

For the teen who is fascinated by how cities pulse with life and the complex, often messy ways that different cultures c

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Moon of Two Dark Horses

For the child navigating a world where outside conflicts threaten their closest bonds. This story explores how two boys

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Race for History

Who Really Created Democracy?

Amie Jane Leavitt

For the curious student wondering why we vote: explore how different cultures, from Ancient Greece to the Iroquois, shap

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We the People: Native Americans

The Arapaho and Their History

Natalie M. Rosinsky

For the student curious about the heritage of the Great Plains, this guide explores the enduring traditions and history

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Rosie and the Bunyip

Meredith Costain

For the imaginative child whose mind wanders to monsters in the shadows, this story offers a gentle way to navigate nigh

Cover of I Am Apache

For the teen exploring the weight of their heritage while navigating a path of personal conviction and the heavy cost of

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The Beast Master #1

The Beast Master

For the teenager who feels like an outsider or is searching for their place in a world that has changed beyond recogniti

Cover of Coyote Steals the Blanket: A Ute Tale

Coyote Steals the Blanket: A Ute Tale

For the child who struggles with boundaries or taking things without asking, this humorous Southwestern legend shows exa

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The Ancient Cliff Dwellers of Mesa Verde

Caroline Arnold

For the curious explorer wondering how people lived in the past. Discover the remarkable architecture and daily life of

Cover of Sing for a Gentle Rain

Sing for a Gentle Rain

J. Alison James

For the teenager grappling with their place in the world who feels a deep, mysterious connection to the past and the nat

Cover of Myths and Legends of the Desert

Myths and Legends of the Desert

For the child who asks big questions about the sun, the sand, and the stars. Discover how desert cultures used stories t

Cover of The Great Ball Game

The Great Ball Game

For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in with any one group, this Muskogee legend shows how being unique can

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The Story of America

Tori Kosara, Rona Skene

For the young explorer curious about the past, this guide uses relatable characters to navigate the big moments and dive

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Yolngu Mali Aboriginal Spirit

Binmila Yunupingu

For the child curious about the unseen connections in our world, this book explores the spiritual 'Mali' and sacred trad

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Tracing the Anasazi

Houghton Mifflin

For the curious child who loves exploring the past: discover how an ancient civilization built incredible homes into cli

Cover of Turtle's Race with Beaver

Turtle's Race with Beaver

Joseph Bruchac, James Bruchac

For the child encountering a neighborhood braggart or learning that using your head is often better than using your musc

Cover of American History A Visual Encyclopedia

American History A Visual Encyclopedia

For the curious student who loves exploring how the world works, this visual guide makes centuries of American history f

Cover of The Flight of Red Bird: The Life of Zitkala-Sa

The Flight of Red Bird: The Life of Zitkala-Sa

Doreen Rappaport

For the child navigating a move between worlds, this biography explores the struggle to maintain one's identity while fa

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Wilderness Ridge #1

Turkey Hunt Tradition

For the child eager to join grown-up traditions and learn the responsibilities of being out in nature with family.

Cover of James Towne: Struggle for Survival

Marcia Sewall's American History #3

James Towne: Struggle for Survival

For the curious learner ready to understand the gritty reality of early colonial life through primary source accounts an

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