My Heart is on the Ground

Choosing to tell this story through a diary makes it so personal and intimate. I wonder what inspired the decision to present it this way and how much of Nannie's voice was shaped by historical records.

The book vividly depicts the struggles and resilience of Sioux children, but those scenes of cultural loss made me reflect on how painful that history is. How did others process these emotional moments?

The school was a pivotal and controversial part of Native American history. I'm curious whether the author chose this setting to highlight specific issues or if it was driven by available sources.