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Indigenous Cultures Chapter Books

Explore chapter books books about indigenous cultures for children.

510 books

Cover of Matatuhi

A school trip to a museum changes everything for Mata as she begins to uncover the hidden stories and vibrant history of

Cover of Coyote Walks on Two Legs: A Book of Navajo Myths and Legends

Coyote Walks on Two Legs: A Book of Navajo Myths and Legends

Coyote the trickster wanders through a series of Navajo myths, where his mischievous schemes often lead to unexpected le

Cover of James Printer: A Novel of Rebellion

James Printer: A Novel of Rebellion

Paul Samuel Jacobs

A Nipmuck Indian serving as a printer's apprentice finds himself pulled between his home in Cambridge and the onset of a

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Cover of My Māori Colours

My Māori Colours

Tracy Duncan

For parents wanting to weave heritage into every day, this bilingual board book uses iconic New Zealand treasures to tea

Ages 0–3

Cover of The Defenders

Ann McGovern's American History #2

Follow the true stories of three courageous Indian chiefs who fought to protect their people from injustice and oppressi

Cover of On the Long Trail Home

On the Long Trail Home

Elisabeth J. Stewart

Two Cherokee siblings flee the forced march of the Trail of Tears to begin a dangerous trek back to the mountains they c

Cover of Thunder Boy Jr.

Thunder Boy Jr.

Little Thunder loves his dad, Big Thunder, but he wants a name that belongs only to him. Watch him search for a title as

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 Crazy Horse and Custer: Born Enemies

Crazy Horse and Custer: Born Enemies

For the student curious about the complexities of history, this dual biography explores how two legendary figures faced

Cover of Across the Ice: How We Saved the Ojibwe Horse

Across the Ice: How We Saved the Ojibwe Horse

Darcy Whitecrow, Heather M. O'Connor

For the child who loves animals and wants to see how a small group of determined people can stand up for what is right t

Cover of Smiler's Bones

For children processing deep loss or the feeling of being an outsider, this true story explores the struggle of staying

Cover of Wilma's Way Home

Wilma's Way Home

Doreen Rappaport

For the child seeking to understand how one person can spark change, this biography explores finding your voice and buil

Cover of The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

Little Gopher follows a powerful Dream-Vision to become an artist for his people, eventually capturing the very colors o

Cover of I Am Apache

Driven by the need to avenge her brother, Siki trains to become a warrior and uncovers a life-changing secret about her

Cover of Nickommoh! A Thanksgiving Celebration

Nickommoh! A Thanksgiving Celebration

Jackie French Koller

Step into the rhythmic traditions of the Narragansett people during Nickommoh, a harvest celebration practiced long befo

Cover of The World in Grandfather's Hands

The World in Grandfather's Hands

Craig Kee Strete

Moving from the pueblo to the busy city is a huge shock for Jimmy, but his grandfather’s quiet wisdom helps him see his

Cover of Fishing on Thin Ice

Wilderness Ridge #2

Fishing on Thin Ice

For the child who thrives on outdoor exploration and is curious about how different cultures honor the natural world thr

Cover of The Arapaho and Their History

We the People: Native Americans

The Arapaho and Their History

Natalie M. Rosinsky

For the student curious about the heritage of the Great Plains, this guide explores the enduring traditions and history

Cover of Truth is a Bright Star

Truth is a Bright Star

In 1832, a twelve-year-old Hopi boy is sold to a fur trapper. Tension slowly shifts toward an unlikely friendship as the

Cover of Eagle Drums

Nasuġraq Rainey Hopson

For the child learning that growth often requires stepping into the unknown and that traditions are gifts we carry to br

Cover of Why We Dance: A Story of Hope and Healing

Why We Dance: A Story of Hope and Healing

Deidre Havrelock

For the child feeling nervous about their first big performance, this lyrical story shares how ancestral traditions can

Cover of Facing the Lion: Growing Up Maasai on the African Savanna

Facing the Lion: Growing Up Maasai on the African Savanna

Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton

Life on the African savanna involves facing lions and honoring Maasai traditions in this true story of growing up in Ken

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 The Ancient Cliff Dwellers of Mesa Verde

The Ancient Cliff Dwellers of Mesa Verde

Caroline Arnold

The Anasazi built incredible homes directly into steep canyon walls before vanishing from their Colorado dwellings centu

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(62)Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 12–18(693)Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 4–7(585)Indigenous Cultures Books for Ages 8–11(1055)