Wilma Mankiller

Written by Traci Sorell and Chelsea Clinton · Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

Part of the She Persisted series

A woman fights for Native rights and becomes a trailblazing leader.

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96 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Wilma Mankiller, a descendant of Cherokee ancestors, faces displacement and injustice. As she grows, she dedicates herself to reclaiming Native rights and instilling cultural pride. Rising against the odds, she becomes the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Discover her inspiring journey and learn how she persisted in this engaging chapter book. With illustrations and practical ways to make a difference, this story invites young readers to follow in her footsteps and explore the power of resilience. Dive into a tale of courage and leadership that continues to inspire generations.

From the publisher

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds–including Wilma Mankiller! The descendant of Cherokee ancestors who had been forced to walk the Trail of Tears, Wilma Mankiller experienced her own forced removal from the land she grew up on as a child. As she got older and learned more about the injustices her people had faced, she dedicated her life to instilling pride in Native heritage and reclaiming Native rights. She went on to become the first woman Principle Chief of the Cherokee Nation. In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Traci Sorell, readers learn about the amazing life of Wilma Mankiller–and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Wilma Mankiller’s footsteps and make a difference! And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted!