When Uchenna and Elliot’s classmate publishes an article in the school newspaper about the Schmoke Brothers, Professor Fauna notices something alarming in a photo.
Meet Zara Saleem, the queen of the neighborhood. Zara’s in charge of it all: she organizes the games, picks the teams, and makes sure everyone has a good time…and they always do.
It's the last few days of her vacation in Pakistan, and Amina has loved every minute of it. The food, the shops, the time she’s spent with her family — all of it holds a special place in Amina's heart.
From ancient legends to unlikely heroes, these dynamic books for middle grades and young adults take readers on far-ranging adventures.
Cynthia Leitich Smith, a citizen of the Muscogee Nation, is an award-winning author and the 2021 NSK Neustadt Laureate.
Cynthia Leitich Smith: Early Years
Award-winning author Cynthia Leitich Smith discusses her childhood growing up in Kansas City, her memories of visits to tribal towns in Oklahoma, and her awareness of Native representations around her.
Cynthia Leitich Smith: Children's Books
Award-winning author Cynthia Leitich Smith talks about her books Jingle Dancer, Indian Shoes, and Sisters of the Never Sea.
Cynthia Leitich Smith: Young Adult Books
Award-winning author Cynthia Leitich Smith talks about some of her books for young adults such as Hearts Unbroken, the Tantalize series, and the Feral Nights ser
Cynthia Leitich Smith: The Story Behind "Ancestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kids"
Award-winning author Cynthia Leitich Smith shares the inspiration for the middle grade short story anthology "Ancestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kids" and talks about the some of the themes and memorable characters from the collection.