Living and Learning at Leighton Academy: Book Blast: Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison by Lois Lenski

I came across the title Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison by Lois Lenski on some book list I discovered online. I've had it on our shelf for a couple of years, but we've never gotten around to reading it. I was determined we'd get to it this year when studying American history. I'm so glad we did! The subject matter is touchy, and Lenski handles it fantastically. We could see the struggle from both the captured "pale faces" and the natives. It was easy to see that when cultures clash, there is no clear path on how to handle the situation. The author took great care in describing the Native American culture and customs, and the illustrations are beautiful. We love reading historical fiction, especialy books that feature real people. This book would be a wonderful addition to any Native American study with plenty of rabbit trails to follow! I've included a few links below for a study guide, extension activities, and more information on Mary Jemison.