Literacy
Celebrating Native voices, strengthening literacy, and connecting families and educators with meaningful reading resources.
Sponsor a Tribal Library
If you are interested in sponsoring a tribal nation or aligned organization to indigenize their library selection let us assist and support the process.
Explore Native Book Lists
Click on the image on the right to preview the San Diego County Office of Education's vetted Native American Author list and books.
Recommend a Book
Interested in more Native American Author book list or resources see the list below. If we are missing a great resource, please let us know too.
Sponsor a Lending Library
Would you like to sponsor a lending library with a tribal nation or would like a lending library on your reservation, let us assist with that process. Learn More →
Promoting a Love of Learning
Discover Native-authored books, literacy resources, lending libraries, and tools designed to support readers of all ages.
Stories carry our knowledge, history and our hope
Literacy Resources
Explore Native authors, publishers, museums, literacy organizations, and educational resources.
Literacy Tips
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THEIR has HEIR → think ownership.
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THERE has HERE → think location.
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THEY’RE has an apostrophe → two words joined together.
“They’re Tricky!” THEIR, THERE & THEY’RE
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Teach students what to do when they encounter an unfamiliar word.
“Be a Word Detective!” Context Clues
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Instead of repeatedly using simple words, give students alternatives.
“Upgrade Your Words!” Vocabulary Power-Up
This is especially useful for students who struggle organizing their writing.
“Build a Powerful Paragraph!” Writing Hamburger
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A simple strategy students can use after every page, paragraph, or section. S.T.O.P
“STOP & THINK!” Reading Comprehension
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This is the space to introduce the Services section. Briefly describe the types of services offered and highlight any special benefits or features.
“5 Finger Retell!” Reading Comprehension
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