I am Sacagawea

I am Sacagawea by Brad Meltzer is an illustrated biography published by Penguin on October 3, 2017. This 40-page book introduces young readers, ages 5 to 8, to Sacagawea, the only Indigenous person who participated in Lewis and Clark’s historic expedition. The narrative highlights her role as a translator and guide, showcasing her contributions to the exploration of the United States in the early 1800s while carrying her child throughout the journey.
Readers will find a blend of engaging storytelling and educational content, including a timeline of key events, photos, and comic-book-style illustrations that enhance the experience. The book emphasizes Sacagawea’s courage and trailblazing spirit, making it a valuable addition to discussions about Native American history and women’s contributions to exploration. This edition is designed to inspire children to dream big and learn about important figures in history.
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Sacagawea, the only Indigenous person included in Lewis and Clark’s historic expedition, is the 13th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8.
Sacagawea was the only girl, and the only Native American, to join Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery, which explored the United States from the Mississippi River all the way to the Pacific Ocean in the early 1800s. As a translator, she helped the team communicate with members of the Shoshone nation across the continent, carrying her child on her back the whole way. By the time the expedition arrived at the west coast, Sacagawea had proved that she truly was a trailblazer.
This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are:
• A timeline of key events in the hero’s history
• Photos that bring the story more fully to life
• Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable
• Childhood moments that influenced the hero
• Facts that make great conversation-starters
• A virtue this person embodies: Sacagawea’s courage to be a trailblazer and forge a new path is celebrated in this biography.
You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!
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