Each book in the excellent A True Book: American Indian series covers cultural basics such as diet, clothing, lifestyle, and child rearing for one American Indian group. Relevant historical events are also covered simply and clearly, including a time line of highlights in each group's history. This balance between history and culture keeps the series dynamic and interesting. Photos, paintings, and drawings well as occasional contemporary illustrations d visual interest to the well-designed package and keep the titles from feeling formulaic. The Navajo emphasizes the struggles the Navajo people faced and their ultimate success in preserving their culture. Each book's back matter includes additional facts ("True Statistics"), a sophisticated but age-appropriate set of resources ranging from books and webites to organizations and places to visit, a glossary of "Important Words," an index, and author bios.