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Explore chapter books books about indigenous cultures for children.
510 books
Conrad Cooper's Last Stand
Leonie Agnew
For the child who feels the weight of family problems on their shoulders, this story explores using imagination and hope
Ages 8–12
Your Passport To... #1
Guatemala
Nancy Dickmann
For the child curious about global neighbors, this introduction to Guatemala explores vibrant traditions, volcanoes, and
Ages 6–9
Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers
Why Rabbit's Tail Is Short
Houghton Mifflin
Rabbit thinks he is clever enough to trick a group of alligators, but his plan backfires in this classic tale of why his
Ages 6–9
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Kokopelli's Flute
Will Hobbs
Tepary finds an ancient flute hidden in a New Mexico cliff dwelling and is pulled into a world of powerful Native Americ
Ages 8–12
America the Beautiful
New Mexico
Michael Burgan
Perfect for students tackling a state report or curious explorers wanting to discover the deep history, vibrant culture,
Ages 8–12
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
Papa, Do You Love Me?
Barbara M. Joosse
For the child who needs to know that a parent's love is unconditional, even when they make mistakes or face big challeng
Ages 3–6
Arilla Sun Down
Virginia Hamilton
Arilla navigates life in a small town, balancing her family's heritage with the daily rhythms of school, friends, and gr
Ages 12–16
City of the Gods: Mexico's Ancient City of Teotihuacán
Caroline Arnold
For the curious child fascinated by ancient mysteries, this photo-essay brings the towering pyramids and lost streets of
Ages 8–12
The Son of the Sun and the Daughter of the Moon: A Saami Folktale
Holly Young Huth
Solvake, the son of the sun, seeks the hand of the moon's daughter in this lyrical Saami folktale about love and celesti
Ages 5–9
Dogs of World War II #4
Code Word Courage
Kirby Larson
While her brother and his friend go to war in 1944, Billie looks for her lost father and finds comfort in a rescued dog
Ages 8–12
American Girl: 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
Ages 7–9
DK Super Readers #3
Lewis and Clark Expedition
DK
Travel across the Continental Divide with an inclusive look at this famous expedition, highlighting the vital knowledge
Ages 7–10
Beast Master #1
The Beast Master
Andre Norton
For the teenager who feels like an outsider or is searching for their place in a world that has changed beyond recogniti
Ages 12–18
Expansion of Our Nation
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
Blythe Lawrence
For the student who loves visuals but needs to master historical facts, this graphic history brings the grit and discove
Ages 8–12
Who Was?
Who Was Andrew Jackson?
Douglas Yacka
Witness the rise of the seventh president, from his legendary command at the Battle of New Orleans to his time leading a
Ages 8–12
The Silent One
Joy Cowley
A boy who cannot hear or speak finds a soulmate in a giant white turtle, but he must face the fears of his village to pr
Ages 10–14
Fact vs. Fiction in U.S. History
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
Matt Chandler
For the student who prefers pictures to textbooks, this graphic history brings the grit and discovery of the Corps of Di
Ages 8–14
The Story of the First Thanksgiving
Elaine Raphael, Don Bolognese
Travel back to the first harvest celebration shared by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag, then use the drawing guide to cre
Ages 6–10
The Wild River and the Great Dam: The Construction of Hoover Dam and the Vanishing Colorado River
Simon Boughton
Witness the massive engineering feat of the Hoover Dam alongside the stories of the workers who built it and the environ
Ages 10–14
Many Voices Building Erie, The Canal That Changed America
Laurie Lawlor
For the curious child who asks how the world was built, this deep dive explores the ambition, engineering, and human cos
Ages 9–13
At Our Table
Patrick Hulse
Celebrate the beautiful variety of ways families gather to give thanks, from sharing traditional meals to honoring the l
Ages 4–8
One Small Blue Bead
Byrd Baylor
In a world of ancient traditions, a young boy’s courage enables an elder to journey beyond their tribal lands in search
Ages 6–10
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
Ages 8–12
More Formats for Indigenous Cultures
Young Adult
(38)
Picture Books
(16)
Middle Grade
(13)
Poetry
(13)
Graphic Novels
(13)
Early Readers
(6)
Indigenous Cultures by Age Group
Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 0–3
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Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 12–18
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Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 4–7
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Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 8–11
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