The Best Indigenous Identity Books for Kids

Summary: Summer's peaceful summers in Alberta are shattered by vivid dreams of fleeing a residential school. When unmarked graves are found at her grandfather's old school, the community's painful history resurfaces. As survivors, including her grandfather, share their stories, Summer is determined to honor her heritage and confront the past. At a town rally, she seeks answers to her dreams and hopes for healing. Will she uncover the truth behind her visions and help her community reclaim their history?

Summary: A boy and his mother embark on a road trip, only to be halted at the border when they declare their citizenship as Blackfoot. Denied entry into the US and return to Canada, they find themselves in a no-man's land. As they navigate this limbo, they draw strength from their heritage and each other. This gripping tale explores the complexities of identity and belonging, raising questions about nationhood and justice from an Indigenous perspective. Will they find a way home, or redefine what home means?

Summary: Eleven-year-old Leah is used to moving, but this summer, she's staying put as her best friend leaves. With her mother away for training, Leah must cope with her father's unpredictable PTSD. When a new girl arrives in the neighborhood, Leah navigates the complexities of friendship while managing the emotional storms at home. Can she find stability amidst the chaos?