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• We Sang You Home

  Van Camp, Richard,

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  One of my favorite picture books to read with my son. Read it, love it, then go read everything else by Richard Van Camp.

• Fry Bread

  a Native American Family Story

  Maillard, Kevin Noble

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  Yummy in every sense of the word. And just try to read this book and not want to eat fry bread.

• Berry Song

  Goade, Michaela

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  In the running for my favorite picture book of 2022. The story is beautiful but the illustrations are stunning.

• We Are Water Protectors

  Lindstrom, Carole, 1964-

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  This award-wnning picture book combines amazing illustrations with a compelling environmental tale. Engaging and educational for older kids, but you can bring in younger readers with the appealing pictures and start instilling the importance of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Bowwow Powwow

  Bagosenjige-niimi?idim

  Child, Brenda J., 1959-

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  You can see both Native kids and indigenous language (Ojibwe) in this fun tale. And I love the dog!

• My Heart Fills With Happiness =

  Ni Sâkaskineh Mîyawâten Niteh Ohcih

  Gray Smith, Monique, 1968-

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  This sweet story helps readers of all ages appreciate the little things in life that bring them big joy.

• We Are Grateful

  Otsaliheliga

  Sorell, Traci

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  A wonderful book to introduce the concept of gratitude, without the whitewashing of Thanksgiving.

• We All Play

  Kimêtawânaw

  Flett, Julie,

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  This book works on so many levels with simple, contrasting shapes to draw the eye of babies and toddlers, while also bringing the fun of animals and play for older kids.

• Mii Maanda Ezhi-gkendmaanh : Niibing, Dgwaagig, Bboong, Mnookmig Dbaadjigaade Maanpii Mzin'igning

  This Is How I Know : a Book About the Seasons

  Luby, Brittany

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  One of the best books about seasons I've seen! Pairing poetic descriptions with captivating illustrations, this book is a multi-sensory experience of each season.

• First Laugh

  Welcome, Baby!

  Tahe, Rose Ann

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  I never knew about the wonderful way Navajos welcome a new baby until I read this book. What a great tradition!

• Finding My Dance

  Thundercloud, Ria

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  Based on the author's real life experience of how her heritage shaped her evolution as a dancer.

• If You Lived During the Plimoth Thanksgiving

  Newell, Chris

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  This is a terrific pick for older kids (and adults) telling the story of Thanksgiving from the perspective of a Native writer and illustrator.