Books About Reservations

The Best Reservations Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about reservations? 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.

Who Was Sitting Bull?
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Our 2 Favorite Books About Reservations

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Who Was Sitting Bull?

By Stephanie Spinner, Who HQ, Jim Eldridge (Illustrator) · Who Was . . . ? series

The story of Sitting Bull, a Hunkpapa Lakota chief who played a significant role in the Battle of Little Bighorn and resisted the United States government's efforts to force his people onto reservations.

112 pages· 7,545 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 532 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Born as Jumping Badger, he rose to become Sitting Bull, a revered Lakota Sioux chief. Amidst fierce battles with the United States, he used his strategic brilliance and spiritual strength to protect his tribe's land. As the government encroaches, can he secure a future for his people? Discover the journey of a boy who defied the odds to become a symbol of resistance and hope.
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
3.9/5 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.
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