American Indian Stories facts for kids

American Indian Stories is a special book written by a Sioux author and activist named Zitkala-Ša. It's a collection of stories from her childhood, along with essays and tales that teach lessons.

This book was first published in 1921. It shares the tough experiences Zitkala-Ša and other Native Americans faced. These challenges happened in missionary schools and schools where they learned manual labor. The book tells about her early life on the Yankton Indian Reservation. It then compares that to her time as a student at White's Manual Labor Institute and Earlham College.

American Indian Stories also includes legends and tales passed down through the Sioux people's oral tradition. There's also an essay called America's Indian Problem. This essay asks for better rights and understanding for Native American cultures. The book gives a special look into a society that is often not seen, but still exists today.