October 9 is Indigenous Peoples’ Day—previously observed as Columbus Day—and we pondered which Native American books are authentic, and which ones should we read and teach our children to understand the history and current impact of First Nations peoples in northern Michigan and throughout North America. “I encourage people to ask themselves a few pointed and potentially uncomfortable questions when selecting books,” said Tricia Denton. “Who does the writing, publishing and sale of the book benefit? What perspectives does it portray?” This story also offers a list of Native American- themed books available at Bay Books in Suttons Bay (and other Leelanau County bookstores).
