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Author
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
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Description
No one knew the boy they called "Jumping Badger" would grow to become a great leader. Born on the banks of the Yellowstone River, Sitting Bull, as he was later called, was tribal chief and holy man of the Lakota Sioux tribe in a time of fierce conflict with the United States. As the government seized Native American lands, Sitting Bull relied on his military cunning and strong spirituality to drive forces out of his territory and ensure a future homeland...
Author
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
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Native American Authors: Youth Nonfiction (SCPL-YS)
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Native American Heritage Month: Kids (November 2022)
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Native American Heritage Month (older kids)
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OBD Native American Heritage Month - YOUTH
Description
Sitting Bull was one of the greatest Lakota/Sioux warriors and chiefs who ever lived. From killing his first buffalo at age 10 to being named war chief to leading his people against the U.S. Army, "Sitting Bull: Lakota Warrior and Defender of His People" brings the story of the great chief to light.
3) Sitting Bull
Author
Series
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
This enlightening biography introduces readers to the life of Sitting Bull, the Lakota Indian chief. Featuring engaging facts, easy-to-read text, vivid images, and a glossary for support, this book will have children enthralled as they learn the ways that Sitting Bull fought for Native Americans' rights to stay on their land, Indian treaties with the United States, and the history of Indian Reservations. Readers will be eager to learn more as they...
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"To this day, Sitting Bull is remembered for his unwavering dedication to his people, the Lakota Sioux. Renowned for his bravery, Sitting Bull distinguished himself as a great warrior from an early age. He was also a spiritual leader to his people, and his visions gave them strength and hope. Historical black-and-white photographs bring the life story of this remarkable hero to life for young readers. A list of books and websites also provides a jumping-off...
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"A man of renowned courage, Sitting Bull was a great leader. What path led him to be such a brave chief? As a young man, Sitting Bull was a natural leader and great hunter. He was named leader of the Lakota nation and a holy man. General Custer and his troops were no match for Sitting Bull and his tribe when Custer attacked. Until his untimely death at Standing Rock Reservation, Sitting Bull was an important and influential figure in American history....
7) Sitting Bull
Author
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Historic images and easy-to-read text take readers into the life of Sitting Bull, who became known as a fearless leader. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
9) Sitting Bull
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
A biography on Sitting Bull, the Native American chief who defeated General George Custer at the Battle at Little Bighorn.
10) Sitting Bull
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"This book examines the life of Sitting Bull, the Teton Dakota chief, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Sitting Bull, the well-known Native American chief, united the Lakota Sioux in the northern Great Plains and led a mighty resistance of tribes who refused to be placed on reservations. This struggle resulted in violence, most famously at Little Bighorn in 1876. Though Sitting Bull fled to Canada, he ultimately returned to the United States in 1881. This book uses Sitting Bull's powerful words to examine the leader's considerable courage and determination...
12) Sitting Bull
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Sitting Bull is best known for his part in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. He continually resisted the US government's mandate that all Native Americans must move to reservations they set up. Sitting Bull became an important leader to his people, the Lakota, and a symbol to others who wished to resist the US laws as well. With an emphasis on the Native American experience, this volume introduces readers to Sitting Bull and his cause. Important...
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Sitting Bull, a Sioux chief, lived a life filled with difficulty and determination. He was alive during a time of great hardship for Native Americans in the western United States, when Native communities were being pushed from their homelands onto territory in the South. This is his remarkable story of staunch resistance and perseverance.
15) Sitting Bull
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Pub
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
A simple biography of the Sioux chief who worked to maintain the rights of Native American people and who led the defeat of General Custer at the Little Big Horn in 1876.
Author
Series
Publisher
Bookwright Press
Pub. Date
1987.
Language
English
Description
Presents a brief biography of the warrior and tribal chief of the Sioux Indians and surveys the history, culture, religion, and daily life of the Plains Indians, relations between Indians and white settlers, and the displacement of tribes onto reservations.
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