The Navajo: People, Culture, and History

by Jennifer R. Denetdale

Overview

Spiritual ceremonies, powerful storytelling, and timeless wisdom—that’s the Navajo Nation. In this captivating nonfiction book for young readers, discover more about the people, places, and traditions that unify the Navajo Nation. Learn how the Navajo people continue to thrive in the Southwest by preserving their language, celebrating cultural practices, and participating in meaningful ceremonies, such as the Kinaaldá, a coming-of-age ritual for young women. Through interactive activities and engaging features—including maps, timelines, recipes, and crafts—Navajo author Jennifer R. Denetdale shares valuable insights into the past, present, and future of this resilient culture.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798875208508
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2025
Series:	Indigenous Peoples
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 9 Years

About the Author

Jennifer R. Denetdale is a citizen of the Navajo Nation. She is a professor and chair of American Studies at the University of New Mexico. She is originally from Tohatchi, NM. She is the author of Reclaiming Diné History: The Legacies of Navajo Chief Manuelito and Juanita, and two Navajo histories for young adults. She has published numerous articles and essays.

Interviews

This series centers the experience and knowledge of authors from each community—setting it apart from most similar series on the market, which are not written by authentic voice authors;