American Indian Youth Literature Award/Honors Winners

"The first AILA American Indian Youth Literature Awards were presented during the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color in 2006. Awarded biennially, the AIYLA identifies and honors the very best writing and illustrations by Native Americans and Indigenous peoples of North America. Books selected to receive the award present Indigenous North American peoples in the fullness of their humanity." - AILAnet.org
 

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1. Indigenous Peoples' Day

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Author:
Phillips, Katrina M.
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Athens Drive Community - Childrens Non-Fiction
J394.264 PHILL
Cary Regional - Childrens Non-Fiction has 2
J394.264 PHILL
Duraleigh Road - Childrens Non-Fiction
J394.264 PHILL
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"Indigenous Peoples' Day is about celebrating! The second Monday in October is a day to honor Native American people, their histories, and cultures. People mark the day with food, dancing, and songs. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--

2. Rock your mocs

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Author:
Goodluck, Laurel
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Cary Regional - Picture Books
E GOODLUCK
Eva H. Perry Regional - Picture Books
E GOODLUCK
Fuquay-Varina Community - Picture Books
E GOODLUCK
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"This picture book by Laurel Goodluck (Mandan, Hidatsa, and Tsimshian) and illustrated by Madelyn Goodnight (Chickasaw) is a joyful and colorful introduction to the annual celebration of Rock Your Mocs DayNovember 15because moccasins and Native pride shouldnt be saved just for ceremonies and powwows but celebrated all year round!"--Provided by publisher. "This picture book by Laurel Goodluck (Mandan, Hidatsa, and Tsimshian)...