Cover of The ledgerbook of Thomas Blue Eagle

The ledgerbook of Thomas Blue Eagle

by Jewel H. Grutman

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Journey with a young Sioux warrior as he leaves the wide-open plains of his youth to attend a distant boarding school where he discovers both the customs of a new world and the strength of his own heritage. Filled with beautiful, hand-drawn illustrations inspired by traditional Plains ledger art, this story brings history and culture vividly to life for young readers. It’s a moving adventure that honors Native American traditions while exploring the challenges of change and learning.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalHistoricalComing of AgeNative American CultureFamily

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Cultural Adjustment Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
1565660633
Pages
72
Publisher
National Geographic Books
Published
1994
Type
Fiction
Word Count
2,471

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

United States Indian School (Carlisle, Pa.) -- Fiction.Dakota Indians -- Juvenile fiction.Dakota Indians -- Fiction.Indians of North America -- Fiction.