An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States for Young People

Written by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz

Part of the ReVisioning History for Young People series

Uncover the untold history of Indigenous resistance and its impact on America's identity.

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280 pages· 48,764 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

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Explore over 400 years of Indigenous resilience and resistance against imperialism. This adaptation for young readers reveals the hidden truths of America's formation, challenging the narrative of discovery. Through archival images and maps, delve into the roles of settler colonialism and genocide in shaping national identity. Engage with discussion topics and further reading to critically examine your place in history.

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2020 American Indian Youth Literature Young Adult Honor Book 2020 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, selected by National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and the Children’s Book Council 2019 Best-Of Lists: Best YA Nonfiction of 2019 (Kirkus Reviews) - Best Nonfiction of 2019 (School Library Journal) - Best Books for Teens (New York Public Library) - Best Informational Books for Older Readers (Chicago Public Library)Spanning more than 400 years, this classic bottom-up history examines the legacy of Indigenous peoples’ resistance, resilience, and steadfast fight against imperialism. Going beyond the story of America as a country “discovered” by a few brave men in the “New World,” Indigenous human rights advocate Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz reveals the roles that settler colonialism and policies of American Indian genocide played in forming our national identity. The original academic text is fully adapted by renowned curriculum experts Debbie Reese and Jean Mendoza, for middle-grade and young adult readers to include discussion topics, archival images, original maps, recommendations for further reading, and other materials to encourage students, teachers, and general readers to think critically about their own place in history.

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