Books Like Sequoyah and the Written Word
Families who loved Sequoyah and the Written Word by Cynthia Klingel 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 Sequoyah and the Written Word by Cynthia Klingel often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child expresses curiosity about their heritage or wonders how the written symbols we see every day were first created. This biography introduces Sequoyah, the visionary Cherokee leader who realized that a written language would provide his people with a 'talking leaf' to protect their culture and history. It is a powerful story of intellectual bravery and the quiet strength of identity. Through simple and accessible prose, the book highlights Sequoyah's incredible perseverance as he spends years developing the Cherokee syllabary despite skepticism from others. This is an ideal choice for elementary-aged children who are beginning to explore historical biographies. It moves beyond just facts to celebrate the deep pride found in one's community and the enduring power of the written word to connect people across generations.
