The amazing stores of ten influential contemporary native heroes spark both pride and awe. This revised edition includes two new profiles: Oren Lyons, Faithkeeper of the Turtle Clan of the Onodaga and Seneca Nations of the Iroquois Confederacy, and Tony Belcourt, who has played a key role in establishing a national voice for Canada's Indigenous people. This inspiring collection chronicles outstanding leaders in all walks of the Native community. Their...

How much do you know about Susan La Flesche Picotte? Find out the facts you need to know about the first American Indian to become a doctor. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

A paraphrase of the Lewis and Clark journals about Sacajawea along with a short commentary and brief synopsis of events of the expedition.

Guardians of the people's trust, defenders of the homelands, champions of the apache cause

Combines historical anecdotes, research, and oral traditions to create a first-person account of the life of the young Native American woman who guided Lewis and Clark on their expedition.

Discusses Indian tribal chiefs in the past and present and examines the lives of four prominent chiefs, from Tecumseh to Wilma Mankiller.

A simple, illustrated biography of the Shoshoni Indian girl who served as interpreter, peacemaker, and guide for the Lewis and Clark Expedition to the Northwest in 1805- 1806.

A biography of Hole-in-the-Day, chief of the Mississippi bands of the Chippewa in Minnesota, who was know for his intelligence, bravery, and oratory skills.

Examines the life of the American Indian who earned fame as one of the nation's greatest all-around athletes.