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Indigenous Cultures
Indigenous Cultures
Indigenous Cultures Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
1,257 books about indigenous cultures
By format:
Chapter Books
(510)
Young Adult
(38)
Picture Books
(16)
Middle Grade
(13)
Poetry
(13)
Graphic Novels
(13)
Early Readers
(6)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Trickster Shadow
Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley
Zoon struggles with a disruptive shadow until a grandfather’s drum helps him find the rhythm of his own heart and ancest
Ages 4–8
The Name of the Tree
Celia Barker Lottridge
Amidst a great drought on the grasslands, animals both large and small must find the secret to a high tree that holds th
Ages 4–9
Me (Moth)
Amber McBride
For the teenager navigating the heavy silence of grief and searching for where they belong among the stories of their an
Ages 12–18
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The Heartlight Saga #2
The Ancient One
T. A. Barron
Thirteen-year-old Kate tumbles five centuries back in time to battle an evil creature and save an Oregon redwood forest
Ages 10–14
My Name Is America #10
The Journal of Jesse Smoke: A Cherokee Boy
Joseph Bruchac
Sixteen-year-old Jesse Smoke keeps a journal through the year 1837, documenting his people's journey and hardships durin
Ages 9–14
The People Shall Continue
Simon J. Ortiz
The most fascinating thing you'll learn is how the shared resilience and distinct cultures of Native nations have create
Ages 6–12
The Birchbark House #2
The Game of Silence
Louise Erdrich
Nine-year-old Omakaya struggles to protect her Ojibwa way of life when white settlers force her family to leave their be
Ages 8–12
Stolen Words
Melanie Florence
For the child curious about family history or the parent looking to discuss how culture and language can be lost and the
Ages 6–9
Black Elk's Vision: A Lakota Story
S. D. Nelson
For the child grappling with the complexities of history, this story offers a bridge to understanding resilience and spi
Ages 8–12
On the Shoulder of a Giant
Neil Christopher
For the child curious about ancient legends and different ways of living, this Arctic tale explores an unexpected bond b
Ages 5–9
We Still Belong
Christine Day
When Wesley’s big plans for Indigenous Peoples’ Day fall apart, she finds belonging and comfort in the rhythmic heart of
Ages 8–12
Knots on a Counting Rope
Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault
A grandfather ties a knot in a rope for every story told to his blind grandson, weaving together memories of a special b
Ages 5–9
The Birchbark House #5
Makoons
Louise Erdrich
Omakayas and her Ojibwe community face the challenges of life near Lake Superior in 1847 in this award-winning story of
Ages 8–12
It's Powwow Time!
Martha Troian
Bineshii joins the joyful dances and bright regalia of an annual gathering, celebrating the music and community of Indig
Ages 4–8
Indian Shoes
Cynthia Leitich Smith
For the child navigating life between two worlds, this collection of stories celebrates the bond between a boy and his g
Ages 7–10
Bird Springs
Carolyn Marsden
For the child facing the uncertainty of housing transitions or living in a shelter, this story offers a mirror of resili
Ages 8–12
Run, Little Chaski!: An Inka Trail Adventure
Mariana Llanos
Little Chaski races across the Inka Trail to deliver a message for the king, encountering obstacles and vibrant history
Ages 4–9
The Star People
S.D. Nelson
For the child who needs reassurance that they are never truly alone, this story of siblings guided by the night sky offe
Ages 5–9
Yonder Mountain
as told by Robert H. Bushyhead
For the child learning that true leadership is found in helping others rather than seeking personal gain.
Ages 4–8
The First Americans #1
The Sioux
Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve
For the child curious about Indigenous history and heritage, this book provides an authentic window into the Lakota and
Ages 7–11
Is My Friend at Home?
John Bierhorst
Gentle Hopi stories and riddles celebrate the simple joy of visiting friends and sharing traditions through the seamless
Ages 4–8
Paul Goble Gallery: Three Native American Stories
Paul Goble
For the child who feels a deep connection to the natural world and wonders about the origins of the animals and stars ar
Ages 5–10
Way Back Then
Germaine Arnattaujuq and Neil Christopher
A father shares a bilingual Inuit bedtime story about a time when the world was filled with magic, paired with evocative
Ages 3–7
Scientists in the Field
Anthropologist: Scientist of the People
Mary Batten
Scientists live among the Ache people of Paraguay to study one of the world's last hunter-gatherer cultures through care
Ages 9–12
