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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+
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
Ages 8–12
Nation
Terry Pratchett
For the young reader wrestling with big questions about faith and science after a loss, or anyone searching for their pl
Ages 12–18
Thunder Boy Jr.
Sherman Alexie
Little Thunder loves his dad, Big Thunder, but he wants a name that belongs only to him. Watch him search for a title as
Ages 4–8
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Dance Fast
Ar Cribbins
For the child who struggles with perfectionism or feels like quitting when a creative project doesn't turn out exactly a
Ages 4–8
The American West Trilogy #3
Custer's Gold
Kenneth Ulyatt
For the teen exploring the complex history of the American West and the moral weight of broken treaties, sacred land, an
Ages 12–17
Crazy Horse and Custer: Born Enemies
S. D. Nelson
For the student curious about the complexities of history, this dual biography explores how two legendary figures faced
Ages 10–14
In Search of a Sandhill Crane
Keith Robertson
A summer spent tracking rare birds in the Michigan wilderness teaches Link that being still and silent can reveal the mo
Ages 10–14
Stone Fox
John Reynolds Gardiner
Young Willy and his dog Searchlight enter a high-stakes dogsled race against the legendary Stone Fox to win the prize mo
Ages 8–12
The Place at the Edge of the Earth
Bebe Faas Rice
Lonely at a new school on a former Indian boarding school site, Jenny meets the base commander's son and the ghost of a
Ages 10–14
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
Ages 4–8
Bindi Wildlife Adventures #4
Camouflage
Bindi Irwin, Chris Kunz
For the young nature lover eager to protect the planet, this adventure follows Bindi as she stands up for wildlife again
Ages 7–10
Smiler's Bones
Peter Lerangis
For children processing deep loss or the feeling of being an outsider, this true story explores the struggle of staying
Ages 10–14
Fair Dinkum Histories #2
Gold, Graves and Glory
Jackie French
For the child who thrives on grit and adventure, this tale explores the wild hopes and harsh realities of seeking a new
Ages 10–14
The Book of Wirrun #1
The Ice is Coming
Patricia Wrightson
Ancient ice-spirits threaten to freeze the Australian landscape, forcing a young man named Wirrun to seek out a legendar
Ages 12–18
My Story
Roman Invasion
Jim Eldridge
Captured by Roman soldiers in AD 84, a young tribal prince named Bran is held hostage as a legion marches through the da
Ages 8–12
Big Words #12
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
Ages 4–9
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush
Tomie dePaola
Little Gopher follows a powerful Dream-Vision to become an artist for his people, eventually capturing the very colors o
Ages 4–8
Your Passport to...
Your Passport to Canada
Pascale Duguay
For the curious child who wants to explore the world from home, this passport-style guide introduces the beautiful lands
Ages 6–9
World Myths and Legends
African Myths and Legends
Catherine Chambers
For the child curious about how the world began or why animals behave the way they do, these vibrant tales offer a windo
Ages 8–12
I Am Apache
Tanya Landman
Driven by the need to avenge her brother, Siki trains to become a warrior and uncovers a life-changing secret about her
Ages 12–17
The Princess and the Warrior: A Tale of Two Volcanoes
Duncan Tonatiuh
A warrior's promise and a princess's devotion transform into the smoke and peaks of two great volcanoes in this reimagin
Ages 6–10
The Boy Who Fell Off the Mayflower, or John Howland's Good Fortune
P.J. Lynch
For the child curious about history and real-life survival, this stunningly illustrated true story explores resilience a
Ages 7–12
Jake Maddox Graphic Novels
Hula Heritage
Jake Maddox, Moana McAdams
For the child trying to balance a busy schedule, this story explores how to stay connected to your cultural roots while
Ages 8–12
Jack & Charlie Boys of the Bush
Jack Marcotte
For the child who thrives in the outdoors, this real-life adventure follows two brothers as they navigate the rugged Nor
Ages 8–13
