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Longhouse Form of Government
From the Set Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples
Indigenous nations have always been political bodies. In this book, readers will learn how the longhouse form of government worked, the peoples that used it, and the influence it had on U.S history and politics. Through these influences, readers are invited to celebrate Indigenous achievements and excellence in governing. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Indigenous historian and public scholar Heather Bruegl, a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a first-line descendent Stockbridge Munsee. The series was developed to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race, diversity, and inclusion with open eyes and minds.
| Interest Level | Grade 5 - Grade 8 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 5 |
| Dewey | 320.089970747 |
| Lexile | 960L |
| ATOS Reading Level | |
| Guided Reading Level | X |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Cherry Lake Publishing |
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| Available Formats | Reinforced book (9781668937969), Paperback (9781668939000), PDF (9781668941690), ePub (9781668940341), Hosted ebook (9781668944394), Kindle (9781668943045) |
| Copyright | 2024 |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Dimensions | 7 x 9 |
| Graphics | Full-color photographs |
School Library Journal - Longhouse Form of Government
Gr 6-9–This noteworthy series sheds light on the often-overlooked history of Indigenous North Americans. With heartbreaking clarity, it unveils troubling post-colonization moments, such as the impact of Indian boarding schools aiming to eradicate Indigenous cultures in favor of a European, Christian lifestyle. The author, a member of the Oneida Nation, exposes a litany of historical horrors, including the struggles for citizenship, broken treaties, and the Indian Removal Act. Amid this unsettling history, readers discover the influential role of Native cooperative government in shaping the U.S. Constitution, celebrate Native American war heroes, and explore community involvement in modern politics. Despite delving into the darker aspects of history, the series is ultimately a testament to resilience. VERDICT A long overdue series.
Author: Heather Bruegl
Heather Bruegl, Oneida Nation of Wisconsin/Stockbridge-Munsee, is a Madonna University graduate with a Master of Arts in U.S. History. Heather is a public historian and decolonial educator and travels frequently to present on Indigenous American history, including policy and activism. In the Munsee language, Heather’s name is Kiishookunkwe, meaning sunflower in full bloom.
| Activities for further learning |
| Author/Illustrator biography |
| Glossary of key words |
| Index |
| Informative sidebars |
| Table of contents |
| Full-color photographs |
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