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Four Fallen Eagles
By: Karen Whetung

Black Elk's Vision:
A Lakota Story

We Are Water Protectors
By: Carole Lindstrom
By: S.D. Nelson
This is one of the BEST books we’ve ever reviewed, I found it to be deeply moving. Seriously amazing storytelling, absolutely a MUST HAVE!! It’s literally everything I look for in a book… Every part of this book down to the color scheme is well thought out, beautifully presented and incredibly meaningful. This is a powerful allegory that tells the story of far too many Indigenous people in North America and around the world. The book begins with a storm that displaces four baby eagles from their nest. The eagles embark on a journey across Turtle Island, encountering various animal communities that represent different facets of Indigenous experiences in North America. After the eagles stay with each animal for a while, they realize it’s not the place for them and move on. Each time one eagle decides not to leave and stays behind. Through their travels, the eagles confront challenges, learn from mistakes, and uncover truths about their place in the world. Finally, the last Eagle continues on alone to search for where she belongs. Before long, she encounters another fallen eagle who helps her discover who she is and how to be an eagle. Once she learns how to soar, she goes back down to the forest floor to find more fallen eagles, and help them find their way. This is one of the those books that is both suitable for young children and also useful for higher levels as a way to facilitate important discussions about the indigenous people of North America. This book now has a permanent place on my Children’s Bookshelf and I will be recommending it to as many people and teachers as possible…Go pick this one up!!
Chronicles the life of Black Elk, an Oglala-Lakota medicine man. This biographical account of Black Elk follows his story from his early years through to adulthood. Narrated from Black Elk’s perspective, the book delves into his profound visions during childhood, his participation in significant historical events such as the battles of Little Big Horn and Wounded Knee, and his travels with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show to New York City and Europe. The author offers readers a unique Native American viewpoint on American history, emphasizing Black Elk’s enduring commitment to his visions and his people’s cultural heritage.
Chronicles the life of Black Elk, an Oglala-Lakota medicine man. This biographical account of Black Elk follows his story from his early years through to adulthood. Narrated from Black Elk’s perspective, the book delves into his profound visions during childhood, his participation in significant historical events such as the battles of Little Big Horn and Wounded Knee, and his travels with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show to New York City and Europe. The author offers readers a unique Native American viewpoint on American history, emphasizing Black Elk’s enduring commitment to his visions and his people’s cultural heritage.