Books Like I Am on Indigenous Land
Families who loved I Am on Indigenous Land by Katrina M. Phillips often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved I Am on Indigenous Land by Katrina M. Phillips often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
I Am on Indigenous Land is a beautifully crafted picture book that introduces children to the concept of land acknowledgment. With lyrical text and vibrant, panoramic illustrations, it explores thirteen ancestral Indigenous lands, from Cherokee to Ojibwe, showing how everyday activities like flying a kite or riding a bike take place on historically significant ground. Written by Cheryl Minnema (Ojibwe) and illustrated by Sam Zimmerman (Ojibwe), this book offers a gentle, accessible way for families to begin conversations about Indigenous cultures, history, and respect for the land. It models how to honor the original inhabitants of these lands, making it a valuable resource for fostering empathy and cultural awareness in young readers.
