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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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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
Ages 8–12
Show Me a Sign #2
Set Me Free
Ann Clare LeZotte
For the child exploring how everyone deserves a voice. A young Deaf teacher fights to free a student from isolation and
Ages 8–12
Listen to the Desert / Oye al desierto
Pat Mora
The Southwestern desert comes alive at nightfall through rhythmic, bilingual chants and geometric art that echoes the so
Ages 2–5
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Lost City: The Discovery of Machu Picchu
Ted Lewin
For the child who loves exploring the backyard or dreams of hidden treasures, this stunning journey through the Andes br
Ages 6–10
My America #1
Our Strange New Land: Elizabeth's Jamestown Colony Diary
Patricia Hermes
For the child curious about history's hardest moments, this diary explores finding courage and staying hopeful while fac
Ages 7–10
Horrible Histories #10
Angry Aztecs
Terry Deary
History gets messy with these foul facts about Aztec life, from the gore of violent ball games to the surprising reasons
Ages 8–12
Holidays
The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving
Jessica Gunderson
For the child curious about how a community survives against the odds through cooperation and help from new neighbors.
Ages 6–9
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
Ages 4–8
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
Ages 10–14
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
Ages 8–12
Sports Fun
Boys' Lacrosse Fun
Imogen Kingsley
For the curious young athlete who wants to know how lacrosse is played. This simple guide uses bright photos to explain
Ages 5–8
Adaline Falling Star
Mary Pope Osborne
For the child grappling with being caught between two worlds, this story offers a mirror for finding strength in a multi
Ages 8–12
The Blizzard's Robe
Robert Sabuda
In the cold, dark Arctic north, a young girl sews a special gift for the feared Blizzard, leading to the creation of the
Ages 4–8
Biome Battles #1
Rescuing the Rain Forest
Bob Temple
For the child who loves comics and wants to know how they can help the planet. This graphic-style guide explores why rai
Ages 8–12
Lewis & Clark
Nick Bertozzi
Vivid panels bring the long trek from St. Louis to the Pacific to life in this gritty graphic novel account of the famou
Ages 12–17
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
Ages 8–12
The Ghost Dance
Alice McLerran
Lyrical verse tells the story of a sacred dance meant to bring back a world of abundance for the People.
Ages 6–10
Living Through
The Plains Indian Wars 1864-1890
Andrew Langley
For the student grappling with the complexities of American history, this guide explores the difficult conflicts between
Ages 10–14
The Day the Stones Walked: A Tale of Easter Island
T. A. Barron
Pico scoffs at the legends of stone statues coming to life until a massive wave threatens his village, forcing him to lo
Ages 5–9
You Choose: Interactive History Adventures
Exploring the New World
Melody Herr
Step into the boots of a sailor or a Zuni explorer in this interactive history where your choices reveal life during Nor
Ages 8–12
The Adventures of Sajo and Her Beaver People
Grey Owl
For the child who shares a deep, soulful bond with animals and feels the weight of responsibility for their well-being.
Ages 8–12
The Animals Speak: The Lakota Way
S. D. Nelson
For the child who feels a deep connection to the outdoors, this book shares how Lakota values and the wisdom of animals
Ages 4–8
Ancient Night
David Álvarez, David Bowles
For the child who marvels at the moon and stars, this luminous Mesoamerican myth explores how a clever opossum and a tir
Ages 4–9
Living Ghosts and Mischievous Monsters: Chilling American Indian Stories
Dan SaSuWeh Jones
For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire story, this collection explores Indigenous legends and personal encount
Ages 8–13
