Fall 2023

The Life of Red Jacket

From the Set Heroes of Native American History

Red Jacket belonged to the Seneca Nation, which was part of the Iroquois Confederacy. At birth, he was given the name Otetiani. His English name came from the red coat the British gave him when he served as their messenger in the American Revolution. Although Red Jacket did not distinguish himself in battle, he used his skill as an orator to speak up about the problems the Seneca and other groups were facing. This volume, enhanced by historical black-and-white photographs, introduces young readers to a Native American hero who never stopped speaking up for his people.

Format List Price Your Price Qty
$25.27 $18.95
Interest Level Grade 1 - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 1
Dewey Number 974.7
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level H
Language English
Publisher PowerKids Press
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9781642825312
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.