This easy-reference series introduces young readers to the first people who made North America their homeland. Each book covers the history of one Native American nation or tribe up to current times. The books include topics such as homeland, food, clothing, crafts, family, traditions, war, and contact with Europeans. Historical and full-color photos bring the stories of these rich, important cultures to life. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.