Books for Native American Heritage Month

By Coll Rowe | October 4 2023 | English Language ArtsSocial Studies & HistoryNative American

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
978-0-593-62070-0
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!
$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
978-0-525-64500-9
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
978-0-8234-4948-4
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
978-1-62354-192-7
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
978-0-593-09389-4
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
978-0-375-87135-1
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
978-0-593-38608-8
"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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