We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga
We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga by Traci Sorell is an illustrated picture book published by Charlesbridge Publishing on September 4, 2018. This 32-page book presents the Cherokee community’s expressions of gratitude for the blessings and challenges that each season brings, reflecting modern Native American life through accessible storytelling for young readers aged 3 to 7.
The narrative follows a full Cherokee year, beginning in the fall and concluding in summer, highlighting various celebrations and experiences. Readers will find themes related to social topics, values, and the significance of seasons woven throughout the text. This edition also includes a glossary and the complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah, enriching the reader’s understanding of Cherokee culture and language.
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The Cherokee community is grateful for the blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by best-selling Cherokee author Traci Sorell.
This award-winning seasonal picture book is for 3-7-year-olds interested in contemporary Indigenous stories that are both accessible and universal for all kid readers.
The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences.
Written by best-selling and award-winning Cherokee author Traci Sorell, this look into the Cherokee community is appended with a glossary and the complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah.
2020 American Indian Youth Literature Award Honor Book
2019 Sibert Honor Book
2019 Orbis Pictus Honor Book
2019 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Honor Book
2019 Reading the West Picture Book Award
NPR’s Guide To 2018’s Great Reads
2018 Book Launch Award (SCBWI)
Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2018
School Library Journal Best Books of 2018
2018 JLG selection
“A gracious, warm, and loving celebration of community and gratitude”—Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
“The book underscores the importance of traditions and carrying on a Cherokee way of life”—Horn Book Magazine, STARRED REVIEW
“This informative and authentic introduction to a thriving ancestral and ceremonial way of life is perfect for holiday and family sharing”—School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
“An elegant representation”—Shelf Awareness, STARRED REVIEW
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