Books About Native Americans · 418 titles considered

The Best Native Americans Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about native americans? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Native Americans

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13

Island of the Blue Dolphins

By Scott O'Dell, Ted Lewin (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Island of the Blue Dolphins series

Alone on a desolate island, a girl battles nature and wild dogs for survival.

Newbery Medal (1961)
177 pages· 40,023 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 354,002 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2021

Firekeeper's Daughter

A Native teen uncovers deadly secrets while investigating a new drug in her community.

494 pages· 130,001 words· Est. 12 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 210,449 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2009

Jasper Jones

A secret discovery binds two boys in a town gripped by fear and suspicion.

320 pages· 109,123 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 44,031 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2007

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

A Native American teen seeks a new future at an all-white high school.

320 pages· 44,681 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 288,034 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2017

The Marrow Thieves

In a world where dreams are stolen, survival means staying hidden.

234 pages· 65,500 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 46,037 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1994

Walk Two Moons

A girl's journey reveals secrets and a quest to find her missing mother.

288 pages· 51,335 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 175,424 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2002

Meet Kaya

By Janet Shaw, Bill Farnsworth (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the American Girl: Kaya series

A race leads to unexpected consequences and a lasting nickname.

70 pages· 11,389 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,589 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2005

Code Talker

A Navajo youth becomes a secret weapon in WWII, using an unbreakable code.

231 pages· 53,166 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 19,264 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2001

Touching Spirit Bear

By Ben Mikaelsen · Book #1 in the Spirit Bear series

A violent teen faces a life-changing encounter with a mystical bear on a remote island.

241 pages· 56,072 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 37,378 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1972

Julie of the Wolves

A girl lost in the Alaskan wilderness must choose between her human past and a new life with wolves.

176 pages· 35,999 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 61,921 ratings
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Native Americans Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about native americans for the youngest readers and listeners.

This Little Explorer

Ages 3–5 · 2016

Discover the world's greatest explorers in a vibrant journey for young adventurers.

Ten Little Rabbits

Ages 2–4 · 1991

Count along with rabbits exploring Native American traditions.

Little You

Ages 0–3 · 2013

Celebrate the boundless potential of every child in this tender board book.

The People Shall Continue

Ages 1–8 · 1977

A timeless tale of resilience and unity amid land usurpation and cultural survival.

May We Have Enough to Share

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover gratitude through nature, family, and endless love.

The Three Snow Bears

Ages 0–3 · 2007

A snowy twist on Goldilocks with Arctic animals in vibrant Inuit attire.

Welcome Song for Baby
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Welcome Song for Baby

Ages 2–5 · 2007

A bilingual lullaby welcomes newborns with love and hope.

My Heart Fills with Happiness

Ages 0–3 · 2016

Discover the simple joys that fill your heart with happiness.

Nibi Is Water
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Nibi Is Water

Ages 1–2 · 2020

Discover the journey of water and our duty to cherish it.

Kiss by Kiss
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Kiss by Kiss

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Count kisses with your baby in a charming bilingual book.

A Northern Alphabet

Ages 0–3 · 1989

Discover the northern wonders from A to Z in a vibrant alphabet journey.

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Native Americans Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about native americans for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Sacagawea and the Bravest Deed

Ages 5–7 · 2002

A young girl discovers unexpected bravery when faced with danger.

Where Wonder Grows
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Where Wonder Grows

Ages 4–7 · 2022

Discover nature's secrets with a curious grandmother and her granddaughters.

When We Are Kind

Ages 4–7 · 2020

Explore the impact of everyday kindness on a child's world.

I Sang You Down from the Stars

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A mother-to-be gathers sacred gifts, weaving tradition and love for her unborn child.

Thunder Boy Jr.
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Thunder Boy Jr.

Ages 3–6 · 2016

A boy seeks a name that reflects his unique spirit, not his father's shadow.

Hiawatha and the Peacemaker

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A warrior's quest for peace challenges warring tribes to unite under a new vision.

Giving Thanks

Ages 5–11 · 1995

Discover a timeless tribute to Mother Earth's gifts and unity in nature's family.

When We Were Alone

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A girl uncovers her grandmother's past in a residential school, revealing lost traditions.

We Are Still Here!

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Twelve kids reveal Native American struggles and triumphs, declaring: We are still here!

The Water Lady

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A woman delivers vital water to Navajo families, transforming lives daily.

The Crow's Tale

Ages 5–6 · 2015

A crow's quest for warmth may cost him his vibrant feathers.

The Rough-Face Girl

Ages 4–8 · 1998

A poor girl with a scarred face and burnt hair seeks to marry the Invisible Being, a powerful and handsome spirit who lives in a great wigwam.

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Native Americans Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about native americans for developing and independent readers.

The Year of Miss Agnes

Ages 8–12 · 2000

A young girl navigates her life in a small Alaskan village with the help of a new teacher.

I Can Make This Promise

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A girl discovers hidden letters that unravel her family's secrets and her own identity.

I Am Not a Number

Ages 9–12 · 2016

A girl fights to reclaim her identity in a harsh residential school.

The Great Bear

Ages 10–12 · 2021

Eli and Morgan face time-traveling peril in Misewa while confronting personal struggles at home.

The Mishomis Book
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The Mishomis Book

Ages 9–12 · 1988

Discover the timeless stories and teachings of the Ojibway people.

Indian No More

Ages 9–12 · 2019

Regina's tribe is erased; she must find her identity in a new world.

Crossing Bok Chitto

Ages 8–11 · 2006

A secret river crossing unites two cultures in a daring escape.

Paddle-to-the-Sea

Ages 10–12 · 1941

A toy canoe embarks on a journey from Lake Nipigon to the Atlantic Ocean.

Paddle-To-The-Sea (Turtleback School & Library)

Ages 8–11
The Star That Always Stays
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The Star That Always Stays

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A girl must hide her heritage in a new city, risking her identity for acceptance.

Nightshade

Ages 10–15 · 2020

Teen spy battles a new threat to London, risking everything against a shadowy enemy.

Golden Sun

Ages 7–11 · 2010

A horse's journey reveals its true calling when a friend's life hangs in the balance.

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