Books like We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, Madelyn Goodnight, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, Madelyn Goodnight, 2022
Award winning
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, Arigon Starr, Listening Library, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience and teamwork through sports narrative.
Showcases the rich histories of Native baseball players.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Inspires young readers with real-life role models.
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, Arigon Starr, Listening Library, 2023
Pattan's Pumpkin: An Indian Flood Story
Chitra Soundar, Frane Lessac, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant retelling of a traditional Indian tale.
Inspires resilience and resourcefulness in young readers.
Colorful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Enhances cultural awareness and appreciation.
Pattan's Pumpkin: An Indian Flood Story
Chitra Soundar, Frane Lessac, 2017
Award winning
Island Counting 1 2 3
Frane Lessac, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances number recognition and counting skills.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages interactive learning through repetition.
Supports early math concepts development.
Island Counting 1 2 3
Frane Lessac, 2005
Award winning
Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story
Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, Alexis C. Bunten, Garry Meeches, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Rich in Native American history and culture.
Encourages gratitude and community values.
Beautiful illustrations complement storytelling.
Supports understanding of Thanksgiving from a new perspective.
Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story
Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, Alexis C. Bunten, Garry Meeches, 2022
Award winning
The Orphan Boy
Tololwa M. Mollel, 1990
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating folklore tale sparks imagination and cultural appreciation.
Unique storyline fosters empathy and broadens worldviews.
Enhances vocabulary and narrative understanding through engaging text.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared reading sessions.
The Orphan Boy
Tololwa M. Mollel, 1990
Award winning
Wales
Ann Heinrichs, 2003
144 pages
Why to read
Explores the rich culture and history of Wales.
Stunning illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Educational content aligns with developmental milestones.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Wales
Ann Heinrichs, 2003
Award winning
Shamans Nephew
Simon Tookoome, Sheldon Obrman, Sheldon Oberman, 1999
55 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich Indigenous culture and heritage.
Stimulates empathy and understanding through vivid storytelling.
Enhances awareness of environmental preservation.
Encourages exploration of family and community bonds.
