Who Was Wilma Mankiller? [Hardcover]

Learn about the life and legacy of the first woman to serve as principal chief of the Cherokee Nation! Wilma Mankiller's struggle for political change throughout her life will be sure to inspire readers in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

Wilma Mankiller grew up immersed in the Cherokee community and culture of Oklahoma. When her family moved to San Francisco as part of the Indian Relocation Program, she had to quickly adjust to city life. Along the way, Wilma never lost her dedication to her people and their centuries-old traditions. She grew up to become a major political activist. From aiding the Occupation of Alcatraz in 1969 to making history as the first woman principal chief of the Cherokee Nation in 1985, Wilma never wavered in her support for her community. She spent her life fighting for the rights of Native Americans and inspires political activism to this day.Andrea Page is an author who reads and writes books about people who inspire others and about important values, like being courageous, facing fears, or approaching struggles one step at a time. Her hope is to continue writing and sharing stories that spark a commitment to make our world a better place.Who Was Wilma Mankiller?

Wilma P. Mankiller was not a follower but a leader.

In 1956, the United States convinced Wilma’s father, Charley Mankiller, that moving to a big city would offer him and his family more opportunities. When Wilma was ten years old, she didn’t want to follow her father’s decision to move to San Francisco. Leaving the Cherokee reservation in Oklahoma meant losing everything, including their community. But she respected her parents and tried to adapt to her new environment.

Wilma didn’t belong in San Francisco. She was a country girl, not a city girl. She held on to her Cherokelƒ5