A Cultural Treasure in Every Letter: Book Spotlight on "ABCs of Turtle Island"
- Apr 17
- 2 min read
Today, I’m thrilled to shine a spotlight on a breathtaking and meaningful picture book: ABCs of Turtle Island, written and illustrated by Kimberly Reyes, and published by ATU Publishing. This beautifully crafted book invites readers of all ages on a visual and cultural journey through Turtle Island—the name many indigenous peoples use to refer to North America. With each letter of the alphabet, Reyes brings to life legends, traditions, and the rich histories of Native communities. Featuring 58 pages of vivid, full-color artwork, ABCs of Turtle Island is more than just an ABC book—it’s a celebration of storytelling, identity, and heritage. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or simply someone who cherishes diverse voices and beautiful art, this book is sure to be a treasured addition to your library.
About the book:
Title: ABCs of Turtle Island
Author: Kimberly Reyes
Publisher: ATU Publishing
Genre: Picture Book, Non-fiction, History & Legends of North America's Indigenous People
Book Buy Link: https://www.alltheunexpected.com/shop-atu
Synopsis:
What happened the day Sky Woman fell through the clouds?
Find out as you explore the wondrous landscape of Native America. ABCs of Turtle Island is a stunning visual journey through the legends, history and cultures of North America's First Peoples. Inspired by stories, legends and cultural practices from across Turtle Island, each letter of the alphabet stands as its own small work of art. With 58 pages of vivid full color images, it promises to be a treasure for the whole family for many years to come.
Look Inside "ABCs of Turtle Island" by Kimberly Reyes
About the author:
Educator, linguist, and homeschooling parent, Kimberly Reyes has over 20 years of classroom teaching experience. She is the author of ABC’s of Turtle Island, a book dedicated to the youth of Native America, as well as 7 Educational Coloring Books and a Cookbook.
An alumna of the Teachers College at Columbia University, she also holds a bachelor’s degree in World History and a master’s degree in Political Science. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Kimberly also speaks fluent Italian, French and Portuguese. She has lived and worked on five continents, teaching everything from preschool through postgraduate courses.
In her free time she is a voracious reader, lover of the written word and passionate home cook.
Connect with Kimberly via her website, Instagram, Facebook, or her YouTube channel.
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