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Indigenous Cultures
Indigenous Cultures
Indigenous Cultures Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
1,317 books about indigenous cultures
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How to Find an Elephant
Kate Banks
For the child whose imagination turns an ordinary bedroom into a world of big responsibility, magic, and moral choices.
Ages 8–12
Abiyoyo
Pete Seeger
A boy and his father use a magic wand and a little music to save their town from a terrifying giant in this rhythmic, cl
Ages 4–8
Spirit Walker
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Torak and his friends must journey to the mysterious Seal Islands to find a cure for a deadly sickness threatening their
Ages 9–13
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Robin's Home
Jeannine Atkins
For the child learning to balance the excitement of power with the weight of responsibility and the importance of seeing
Ages 8–12
Gardner Sibling Trilogy #1
Delbert's Weir
Carmen Peone
For the child exploring their family heritage, this story follows a young boy discovering his strength and identity thro
Ages 8–12
My First Ojibwe Word Books
Amikogaabawiikwe (Beaver Bev)
Megan Borgert-Spaniol
For families looking to connect with Indigenous roots and learn the Ojibwemowin language through the daily life of a bus
Ages 3–8
My First Ojibwe Word Books
Binaakwe-Giizis (Raking Leaves)
Megan Borgert-Spaniol
For the family looking to connect with the rhythms of nature through indigenous wisdom. This book explores the beauty of
Ages 5–8
My First Ojibwe Word Books
Gikinoo'amaagozidaa (Let's Go to School)
Megan Borgert-Spaniol
For parents seeking to normalize school routines while celebrating Indigenous heritage through the beautiful Ojibwe lang
Ages 0–4
Keaka Adventures #1
Keaka
Terrence Burruss
For the child who feels self-conscious about having a unique name or wants to explore the deep meaning behind their fami
Ages 4–8
The Loon's Necklace
William Toye
For the child curious about why animals look the way they do, this classic retelling explores how a generous act of grat
Ages 5–10
Star People, Sky Gods #1
Star People, Sky Gods and Other Tales
G.W. Mullins
For the curious learner who gazes at the night sky and wonders about our cosmic origins through the lens of Indigenous w
Ages 10–18
The Native American Story Book #1
The Native American Story Book: Volume One
G.W. Mullins
For the child curious about the natural world or their own heritage, these traditional legends offer a window into the w
Ages 8–14
Tales from Silver Lands
Charles J. Finger
For the curious explorer who wonders about the spirits of the mountains and the secrets of the jungle. These South Ameri
Ages 8–12
Ood-Le-Uk the Wanderer
Alice Alison Lide, Margaret Alison Johansen
For the child who thrives on stories of grit and self-reliance, following a young man's accidental journey across the se
Ages 10–14
Moccasin Trail
Eloise Jarvis McGraw
For the young person navigating two different worlds. A boy raised by Crow Indians must decide where he truly belongs wh
Ages 10–14
Magic Maize
Mary Buff, Conrad Buff
For the child curious about different cultures and the tension between keeping family traditions and embracing new, exci
Ages 8–12
Wonder Walkers
Micha Archer
For the child who asks a million questions about the world around them, this poetic journey turns nature into a classroo
Ages 3–7
Good Lil' Boys and Girls #2
Good Lil' Boys and Girls from the Sooner State of Oklahoma
Sharon Hunt
For children learning to take pride in their home state, this rhyming journey celebrates the unique culture and landmark
Ages 3–7
In the House of Happiness
Neil Philip
For children beginning to wonder how families around the world say thank you, this collection offers a peaceful introduc
Ages 5–10
Art Across the Ages #3
Ancient Mexico
Kelly Campbell Hinshaw
The stunning art of the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec civilizations comes to life, showing how ancient Mexican creativity conti
Ages 7–11
The Magic School Bus
At the First Thanksgiving
Joanna Cole
Ms. Frizzle and her class travel back in time to prepare a feast exactly like the one shared by the Pilgrims at the very
Ages 4–8
The Thunder God's Son: A Peruvian Folktale
Ariane Dewey
The son of the thunder god descends to earth to outsmart a greedy rich man and his family in this traditional Peruvian f
Ages 5–9
Kingdom of the Sunless Winter
Matthew J. Sam
To save his father from a serpent’s curse, a young boy joins forces with an army of fairytale characters and magical cre
Ages 8–12
Alien Crash #1
Roswell's Wrath of the Black-Eyed Children
Diana Dimantova
High-stakes survival and psychic visions collide in Roswell as Julie and an alien named Sam flee from the military and F
Ages 13–18
