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Description
Dreaming in Indian: Contemporary Native American Voices is an anthology that brings together more than fifty emerging and established Native American artists, presenting a blend of short fiction, poetry, essays, and visual art. The contributors address topics such as cultural identity, history, family, tradition, and the contemporary challenges faced by Indigenous youth. The collection includes descriptions of sexual references and sexual abuse, reflecting some of the difficult experiences recounted by the artists. Intended for middle-grade readers (reading level 6.8), the book presents contemporary Native American artistic expression.
Quick Summary
This anthology bursts onto the page with fresh, unfiltered Native voices telling their own stories in their own way. Kids will gobble up the mix of poetry, prose, and artwork that tackles everything from family traditions to the hard truths about growing up. If your kid loves the emotional punch of "Brown Girl Dreaming" or the authentic storytelling in "A Monster Calls," they'll totally connect with this. Ideal for readers ages 11 to 14 in grades 6 through 8.