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“We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga“ by Traci Sorell is a picture book celebrating Cherokee gratitude throughout the seasons. With poetic text and vibrant illustrations, it follows a Cherokee family expressing thanks for nature, family, and community, offering a culturally rich perspective on gratitude for young readers.

We Are Grateful was published in 2018 and written by a member of the Cherokee tribe. I found that the word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. The story follows a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences through traditions. I would recommend this book to upper elementary grades.

Title: We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga
Author: Traci Sorell
Illustrator: Frané Lessac
Published: September 4, 2018
Genre: non fiction, picture book
Awards: Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Summary: This is a story about Cherokee people and how they celebrate their blessings.

This book was published in 2018 and won the Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award. This is a story that touches on different Native American tribes. Many books that were written for Thanksgiving glorify events in history that should not be glorified. This is one of those stories that does not do that and instead speaks the truth about the holiday. I have used this in my classroom as a way to inform my students on the holiday.

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Published in 2019, this book is a reminder to us to celebrate our blessings and reflect on daily events and struggles. This book is about the Cherokee people and how they are grateful for everything they have.

Awards:
Robert Sibert Book Award

Genre:
nonfiction