Growing up, little Wilma Mankiller was surrounded by her Cherokee heritage. Her parents taught her to be proud of who she was, and all that had come before her. But when the family moved from Oklahoma’s Rocky Mountains to the city of San Francisco, it was a big change, and Wilma fully realized how unfairly the world treated Native Americans. So as an adult, she became a leader in the fight for Native American rights, and rose to become the first woman ever to be elected as a Chief of a Cherokee Nation.
This inspiring book from the Little People, BIG DREAMS series features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the pioneering Native American leader and activist. By reading Wilma's story, kids will realize that they can take a stand about the things that matter to them — and that their dreams can lead to big things.
Recommended Age | 5 - 8 |
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Author | Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara |
ISBN | 0711271208 |
Publication Date | Aug 2, 2022 |
Publisher | Frances Lincoln Children's Books |
Series Name | Little People, BIG DREAMS |
Language | English |