Novels in verse have become even more popular for middle grade readers recently, for good reasons, one being the format’s unique ability to approach heavy, complicated themes in accessible yet evocative language. A Year Without Home by V.T. Bidania is a great example of this, and one that fans of the format should not miss. … Continue reading A YEAR WITHOUT HOME (V.T. Bidania)
This past Sunday marked the start of Native American Heritage Month, a time to learn and show appreciation for the culture, art, and stories of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas. In that spirit, we wanted to highlight some amazing kids’ books by Native creators. The Echo People, written by SD Youngwolf and illustrated by … Continue reading The Echo People (SD Youngwolf, illus. by Shonto Begay)
New article on LitPOP! According to the most recent U.S. Census, there are approximately 7.4 million American Indian and Alaska Native people residing in the United States and 574 federally recognized tribes. These communities represent a wide range of cultural history, tradition, and modern experience, and yet, children’s books about Indigenous people and stories have been historically scarce—especially … Continue reading 10 New Kids Books From Indigenous Creators That Deserve Your Attention
Hello, friends! Our book today is Una Huna?: Ukpik Learns to Sew, written by Susan Aglukark and illustrated by Amiel Sandland and Rebecca Brook, a thoughtful story of cultural tradition and patience. Ukpik is delighted when her father and brother return from their hunting trip with reindeer skins; her mother, whom she calls Anaana, has … Continue reading Una Huna?: Ukpik Learns to Sew (Susan Aglukark)
Hello, friends! Our book today is We Are Water Protectors, written by Carole Lindstrom and illustrated by Michaela Goade, a conservational call to action and celebration of Indigenous pride. A young girl of Ojibwe descent recounts a lesson her grandmother imparted to her: “Water is the first medicine.” She points out that we come from … Continue reading We Are Water Protectors (Carole Lindstrom)
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