Billy Frank Jr.

Dr. Katrina M. Phillips (Red Cliff Ojibwe) is a writer, researcher, and history professor. She’s written several children’s books about Native histories and cultures, including Indigenous Peoples’ Day and I Am on Indigenous Land. She and her husband live in Minnesota with their two sons and their goofy dog.

“The author is Indigenous herself, and the heavier topics included, such as treaty rights and boarding schools, are treated with great respect and broken down in a way that young readers can understand. . . . Illustrating Indigenous excellence while also addressing hardships in an age-relevant way, this series is an excellent choice for school and public libraries.” —School Library Journal