Books About Ojibwe People

The Best Ojibwe People Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about ojibwe people? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Ojibwe People

Makoons
Sale price
$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Makoons

An Ojibwe boy's vision warns of hard times as his family learns to hunt buffalo on the plains.

176 pages· 29,837 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 865 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Makoons and his twin, Chickadee, have traveled with their Ojibwe family to the Great Plains of Dakota Territory, where they must learn to become buffalo hunters and help their people make a home in a new land. But Makoons has had a vision that foretells great challenges, ones his family may not be able to overcome. The fifth Birchbark House novel.
Fancy Pants
Sale price
$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2022

Fancy Pants

By Dawn Quigley, Tara Audibert (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Jo Jo Makoons series

Jo Jo must learn to be fancy before her aunt's wedding. Can she find her sparkle?

81 pages· 6,962 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 197 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Jo Jo Makoons, a spirited first grader, can do many things, but being fancy isn't one of them. With her aunt's wedding approaching, Jo Jo embarks on a whimsical journey through her Ojibwe community, armed with her trusty purple unicorn notebook. As she navigates humorous mishaps and glittery adventures, Jo Jo seeks to uncover her own unique shine. Will she discover what it truly means to be fancy in time for the big day? Join Jo Jo in a heartwarming tale of self-discovery and cultural exploration.