Fall 2023

The Life of Osceola

From the Set Heroes of Native American History

Osceloa -- born Billy Powell -- was the son of an English trader and a Creek woman. Although not Seminole by birth, he was adopted into their tribe as a child when he and his mother moved to Florida to escape the fighting of the Creek Wars. As an adult, Osceola (his Seminole name) fought to help his people keep control of their ancestral homeland. Vivid photographs augment the age-appropriate text to bring the story of this Native American hero to life for young readers.

Format List Price Your Price Qty
$25.27 $18.95
Interest Level Grade 1 - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 1
Dewey Number 975.9
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level H
Language English
Publisher PowerKids Press
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9781642825251
Copyright 2024
Number of Pages 24
Dimensions 8 x 8
Graphics Full-color photographs, Historical photographs

Heroes of Native American History - School Library Journal

Both legendary figures and unsung heroes are featured in this series. Readers learn about Native American leaders who fought valiantly to preserve their communities against government interference. Nearly every individual spotlighted foresaw the danger of signing treaties over ancestral land and battled over the disastrous consequences. Though military prowess contributed to much of the heroes’ statuses, readers will also learn about leaders who were respected for their speech-making skills. Large text appears on a soft, patterned background inspired by Indigenous art. Maps, portraits, and beautiful aerial photos of Native territories can be found throughout the series. Each book has a glossary, additional resources, and an index. VERDICT Informative and easy to read. A worthy resource for libraries looking to beef up their biography sections, especially where there’s a lack of Native American representation.

Author: Anna Collins