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Indigenous Cultures

245 books about indigenous cultures

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving

The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving

Jessica Gunderson

For the child curious about how a community survives against the odds through cooperation and help from new neighbors.

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 Navajo Code Talkers: Secret American Indian Heroes of World War II

Amazing Americans #2

Navajo Code Talkers: Secret American Indian Heroes of World War II

Brynn Baker

For the child curious about secret codes and unsung heroes, this book highlights the vital role Navajo Marines played in

Ages 8–12

Cover of New Found Land: Lewis and Clark's Voyage of Discovery

New Found Land: Lewis and Clark's Voyage of Discovery

For the teenager grappling with how different people experience the same event, this verse novel explores the Lewis and

Cover of Balyet

Patricia Wrightson

For the teenager grappling with the weight of loneliness or the urge to push boundaries, this haunting tale explores the

Cover of The Plains Indian Wars 1864-1890

The Plains Indian Wars 1864-1890

For the student grappling with the complexities of American history, this guide explores the difficult conflicts between

Cover of Three Celtic Tales

Three Celtic Tales

Moyra Caldecott

For the young dreamer captivated by ancient mysteries and heroic quests, these lyrical retellings bring the magic and wo

Cover of The Crossing

Donna Jo Napoli

For the child who experiences the world through touch, sound, and scent, this sensory journey follows an infant's view o

Cover of One Small Blue Bead

One Small Blue Bead

For the child curious about the world beyond their own neighborhood, this poetic tale explores the timeless human need f

Cover of Weedflower

Cynthia Kadohata

For the child grappling with the unfairness of the world, this story of a girl in a WWII internment camp offers a path t

Cover of Tracing the Anasazi

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 Thunder on the Plains The Story of the American Buffalo

Thunder on the Plains The Story of the American Buffalo

For the child curious about the wild West and how we protect our natural wonders, this book explores the majestic life a

Cover of Here Comes Tricky Rabbit! Native American Trickster Tales

Here Comes Tricky Rabbit! Native American Trickster Tales

Gretchen Will Mayo

For the child who loves a bit of mischief, these traditional tales explore how cleverness and quick thinking can help ou

Cover of City of the Gods

City of the Gods

Caroline Arnold

For the curious child fascinated by ancient mysteries, this photo-essay brings the towering pyramids and lost streets of

Cover of The Way to Start a Day

The Way to Start a Day

For the child who marvels at the first light of morning, this poetic journey across cultures and history honors the univ

Cover of Dance Fast

For the child who struggles with perfectionism or feels like quitting when a creative project doesn't turn out exactly a

Cover of Beardream

For the child captivated by the secrets of the natural world and the stories that connect us to the earth and its creatu

Cover of Yolngu Mali Aboriginal Spirit

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

Cover of Your Life as a Private on the Lewis and Clark Expedition

You Choose: Historical Eras

Your Life as a Private on the Lewis and Clark Expedition

Jessica Gunderson

For the child who loves imagining themselves in the middle of the action, this interactive journey explores the grit and

Cover of The Creek: The Past and Present of the Muscogee

American Indian Life #2

The Creek: The Past and Present of the Muscogee

Danielle Smith-Llera

For the child curious about the true history of the land they live on and how indigenous nations thrive and preserve the

Cover of Rescuing the Rain Forest

Biome Battles #1

Rescuing the Rain Forest

For the child who loves comics and wants to know how they can help the planet. This graphic-style guide explores why rai

Cover of Tepees

American Indian Homes

For the young explorer curious about different types of homes. This simple guide uses photographs to show how Native Ame

Cover of The Story of America

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

Cover of Set Me Free

Show Me a Sign #2

Ann Clare LeZotte

For the child exploring how everyone deserves a voice. A young Deaf teacher fights to free a student from isolation and

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