I am Sacagawea

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What is I am Sacagawea about?

Sacagawea was a young Shoshone woman who joined Lewis and Clark’s expedition across the United States in the early 1800s. Travelling with her baby on her back, she helped the explorers communicate with Shoshone communities and find their way towards the Pacific Ocean. Through courage, knowledge and determination, Sacagawea made an important contribution to the journey and challenged expectations about what women could do. This lively biography introduces her childhood, achievements and lasting place in history.

About the author

Brad Meltzer is an American author who writes exciting books for children and adults. He is best known for the Ordinary People Change the World series, including I Am Amelia Earhart and I Am Abraham Lincoln. Created with illustrator Chris Eliopoulos, these colourful books show how famous people were once children, too, and inspire readers to be brave and kind.