Traci Sorell crafts award-winning poetry, fiction, and nonfiction for young readers. As an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation, her work offers authentic perspectives on Indigenous life and culture. Her writing delves into important themes with a distinctive voice, making complex ideas accessible and engaging for children and teens.
The narrative immerses readers in the vibrant atmosphere of a powwow, highlighting the rich sights, sounds, and experiences that unfold throughout the day. It invites exploration of cultural traditions, showcasing the lively dances, colorful regalia, and the communal spirit of celebration. Engaging and interactive, the story encourages counting and observation, making it a captivating experience for young readers eager to learn about this unique cultural event.
A young Cherokee girl captures her journey from city life to her ancestral land through drawings, reflecting her emotions and the changing landscape. As her family embraces their new home, the story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the connection to heritage.
Vann, a struggling stickball player, competes in a game on the Cherokee Nation. Can he help his team win? Written by award-winning Cherokee author Traci Sorell, sports lovers ages 4 to 7 are sure to love this action-packed book. Vann loves playing his tribe’s stickball game, but he’s not as skilled as his teammates. Vann stumbles, and he tries and fails to score. How can he help his teammates win? Exciting and fast-paced, Clack, Clack! Smack! reminds readers that sportsmanship and being a team player is just as important as being the star. Back matter explains the origins of Cherokee stickball.
Focusing on the historical significance, this picture book recounts the true story of John Meyers and Charles Bender, the first Native American professional baseball players to compete against each other in the 1911 World Series. It highlights themes of resilience and the pursuit of passion despite adversity, while also addressing the crucial issue of Native American representation in sports. Through their journey, readers learn valuable lessons about overcoming injustice and the importance of visibility in athletics.
In this uplifting, contemporary Native American story, River is recovering from illness and can't dance at the powwow this year. Will she ever dance again? River wants so badly to dance at powwow day as she does every year. In this uplifting and contemporary picture book perfect for beginning readers, follow River's journey from feeling isolated after an illness to learning the healing power of community. Additional information explains the history and functions of powwows, which are commonplace across the United States and Canada and are open to both Native Americans and non-Native visitors. Author Traci Sorell is a member of the Cherokee Nation, and illustrator Madelyn Goodnight is a member of the Chickasaw Nation.
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds - including Wilma Mankiller!
A Two books in one/Flip Book 1. Cherokee Nation by Traci Sorell and 2. Pueblo of Laguna by Lee Francis IVThe continental United States is one land, but within its borders are many nations sovereign Native American nations whose citizens have dual citizenship. In Volume 1 of this series, Native Americans Traci Sorell (Cherokee) and Lee Francis IV (Pueblo of Laguna) take readers on a contemporary tour of their nation. Readers learn the history of their people, famous citizens, traditional stories, as well as details about tribal life today including their system of government, education, and commerce.
The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer
The narrative highlights the remarkable journey of Mary Golda Ross, a Cherokee aerospace engineer who broke barriers in a male-dominated field. It chronicles her contributions to the aerospace industry, including her work on advanced projects for NASA and her advocacy for women and Native Americans in science and engineering. Her life exemplifies resilience and determination, making her a trailblazer whose legacy inspires future generations in STEM fields.
Twelve Native American kids present historical and contemporary laws, policies, struggles, and victories in Native life, each with a powerful refrain: We are still here! An ideal nonfiction picture book for 7-10-year-old future activists and changemakers! An inspiring read by best-selling and award-winning Cherokee author Traci Sorell. Too often, Native American history is treated as a finished chapter instead of relevant and ongoing. This companion book to the award-winning We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga offers readers everything they never learned in school about Native American people's past, present, and future. Precise, lyrical writing presents topics including: Assimilation Allotment Termination Relocation Economic Development Language Revival Sovereign Resurgence and more Best-selling Cherokee author Traci Sorell has a Native rights advocacy background, and is active in both her tribal community as well as the broader Native American community. We Are Still Here! Native American Truths Everyone Should Know is sure to educate and inspire both Native and non-Native readers. A 2022 American Indian Youth Literature Picture Book Honor Book A 2022 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book