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337 books about indigenous cultures
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On the Trail with Lewis and Clark #1
Animals on the Trail with Lewis and Clark
Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
For the child who loves wildlife and wonders what it was like to discover a new world. Explore the frontier through the
Ages 9–13
The Tribe #2
The Disappearance of Ember Crow
Ambelin Kwaymullina
For the teenager who feels like an outsider or is wrestling with labels, this high-stakes mystery explores finding your
Ages 12–18
Wilderness Fairies #2
Daisy Takes Charge
Jodie Wells-Slowgrove
For the child who is eager to prove they are responsible enough for a pet or a big new job but doesn't know where to sta
Ages 6–9
I Am Apache
Tanya Landman
For the teen exploring the weight of their heritage while navigating a path of personal conviction and the heavy cost of
Ages 12–17
The Goldsmith's Daughter
Tanya Landman
For the teen navigating a world of rigid expectations who needs to see that their creative voice and personal truth are
Ages 12–18
Movers, Shakers, & History Makers
Bessie Coleman: Bold Pilot Who Gave Women Wings
Martha London
For the child who needs to see that no barrier is too high when you have a dream. This biography follows Bessie Coleman
Ages 7–10
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
Ages 6–9
Fact Finders: Great Journeys
The Perils of the Santa Fe Trail
Jean K. Williams
For the curious student fascinated by the Wild West: explore the high stakes, grueling travel, and gritty survival of 19
Ages 8–12
The Blizzard's Robe
Robert Sabuda
For the child who wonders about the magic of the night sky, this luminous story shows how a simple act of empathy can tr
Ages 4–8
It is a Good Day to Die
Herman J. Viola
For the young history buff ready to look beyond the textbooks. This account of the Little Bighorn offers a vital perspec
Ages 10–14
You Choose: Interactive History Adventures
Exploring the New World
Melody Herr
For the curious learner who wants to see history from different points of view, this interactive journey explores North
Ages 8–12
Stone Fox
John Reynolds Gardiner
For the child learning about the weight of responsibility and the power of devotion, this story explores how love drives
Ages 8–12
The First Fleet
Alan Boardman
For the child curious about how early explorers lived. This factual account uses detailed illustrations to explain the g
Ages 7–11
Afloat
Kirli Saunders
For children processing the overwhelm of environmental change, this lyrical story offers a sense of safety through commu
Ages 4–8
My New Zealand Story
Dawn Raid
Pauline Vaeluaga Smith
For the child noticing unfairness in the world and wondering how to help. This diary-style story follows a girl discover
Ages 8–12
The Chase: A Kutenai Indian Tale
Béatrice Tanaka
For the child who gets caught up in the 'what-ifs' of a worry, this rhythmic tale shows how quickly a small misunderstan
Ages 4–8
On the Long Trail Home
Elisabeth J. Stewart
For the child grappling with the meaning of heritage and home, this survival story follows two siblings finding their wa
Ages 8–12
Baily's Bones
Victor Kelleher
For the reader grappling with the weight of history and the urge to protect a vulnerable loved one. This haunting thrill
Ages 12–17
River
Judith Heide Gilliland
For the child who marvels at the natural world, this evocative journey down the Amazon explores the lush life and cultur
Ages 5–10
A-Z Hawaiian Cuisine
Leilani Swafford, Hawaiian Roots Publishing
For families looking to share their Hawaiian heritage or curious children eager to explore island flavors through a colo
Ages 2–6
The Shark Caller
Zillah Bethell
For the child processing a deep loss and searching for a way to move forward while honoring their family's heritage and
Ages 9–12
The Wirrun Trilogy #1
The Nargun and the Stars
Patricia Wrightson
For the child navigating a major life change, this atmospheric tale explores how connecting with the ancient, natural wo
Ages 10–14
Spirit Stallion of the Cimarron
Kathleen Duey
For the child who values their autonomy, this story explores the fierce desire to remain true to oneself while facing pr
Ages 8–12
Melling Sisters #1
All in the Blue Unclouded Weather
Robin Klein
For the child navigating the messy, humorous, and sometimes unfair world of siblings and family expectations in a modest
Ages 9–13
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