Orem Library

Kids can learn all about Sacagawea, who was only 16 when she made the famous journey across 4,500 miles of unexplored territory with Lewis & Clark as their guide.

A biography of the Shoshone girl, Sacajawea, from age eleven when she was kidnapped by the Hitdatsa to the end of her journey with Lewis and Clark, plus speculation about her later life.

The author separates truth from legend, and offers some ideas on what eventually happened to the strong and fascinating woman known to history as Sacagawea--the native American who made it possible for Lewis and Clark to explore America's then-uncharted West.

Profiles Native Americans who had significant impact on the histories of their own nations, and in the history of the United States and Canada, through their roles as interpreters, guides, warriors, and peacemakers.

Tells the stories of forty-six girls who were younger than twenty years of age when they changed the history of the world through amazing accomplishments.

"Meet 50 super-inspiring kids! It's never too early--and you're never too young-- to make a difference in the world! The amazing musicians, writers, scientists, athletes, activists, and other fascinating kids in this book accomplished great feats by the age of eighteen. They impacted people's lives by coming up with new inventions, making art and music, competing in sports, and speaking out about important issues. Let their incredible stories inspire...