Books for Native American Heritage Month

By Coll Rowe | October 4 2023 | Native AmericanEnglish Language ArtsSocial Studies & History

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month this November, Penguin Random House Education is highlighting the stories of our authors and illustrators who represent the Indigenous Experience. Using #StoriesoftheLand, #NativeAmericanbooks, and #Indigenousreads, join us in putting a spotlight on the rich and diverse stories showcasing the important contributions and experiences of Native people.

Here is a selection of titles that we encourage you to share with your students this month and beyond:

Native American Creators – Elementary

She Persisted: Deb Haaland
She Persisted: Deb Haaland
Alexandra Boiger, Chelsea Clinton, Gillian Flint, Laurel Goodluck
9780593620700
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Deb Haaland!A 2024 American Indian Youth Literature Honor Book!
$6.99 US
Oct 03, 2023
Paperback
96 Pages
Philomel Books
The Water Lady
The Water Lady
How Darlene Arviso Helps a Thirsty Navajo Nation
Alice B. McGinty, Shonto Begay
9780525645009
This inspiring picture book tells the true story of a woman who brings desperately needed water to families on the Navajo reservation every day.
$18.99 US
Mar 30, 2021
Hardcover
44 Pages
Anne Schwartz Books
Who Will Win?
Who Will Win?
Arihhonni David
9780823449484
Bear has fast legs. Turtle has a fast mind. Who will win the race? A fun Native American tale that kindergarteners and first graders can read on their own.
$15.99 US
Apr 25, 2023
Hardcover
32 Pages
Holiday House
We Are Still Here!
We Are Still Here!
Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac
9781623541927
Twelve Native American kids present historical and contemporary laws, policies, struggles, and victories in Native life, each with a powerful refrain: We are still here!
$17.99 US
Apr 20, 2021
Hardcover
40 Pages
Charlesbridge
Finding My Dance
Finding My Dance
Ria Thundercloud, Kalila J. Fuller
9780593093894
In her debut picture book, professional Indigenous dancer Ria Thundercloud tells the true story of her path to dance and how it helped her take pride in her Native American heritage.
$18.99 US
Sep 13, 2022
Hardcover
40 Pages
Penguin Workshop
Written in Stone
Written in Stone
Rosanne Parry
9780375871351
New to paperback! The author of Heart of a Shepherd tells the story of a Native American girl facing the end of her tribe's traditional way of life.
$7.99 US
Jun 10, 2014
Paperback
208 Pages
Yearling
Indigenous America
Indigenous America
Liam McDonald
9780593386088
"A comprehensive and accessible history of the Indigenous peoples of North America." - STARRED REVIEW, School Library JournalIntroducing a new nonfiction series that uncovers hidden histories of the United States.
$8.99 US
Aug 30, 2022
Paperback
176 Pages
Penguin Workshop
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