Child, B. J. (2018). The Boarding School as Metaphor.Journal of American Indian Education,57(1), 37–57.https://doi.org/10.1353/jaie.2018.a798599

Brenda J. Child's "The Boarding School as Metaphor" explores the complex legacy of American Indian boarding schools. The article examines how these institutions are remembered and understood by Indigenous people today. Child argues that boarding schools have become a powerful metaphor for American colonialism and its devastating impact on Native communities. While acknowledging the trauma and abuse experienced by many students, the article also highlights stories of resilience, resistance, and even positive experiences. The work considers the tensions between historical memory and scholarly accounts, examining how boarding schools are implicated in contemporary social issues, while not being the only lens from which to view the colonial past. Ultimately, Child's piece probes the multifaceted nature of the boarding school legacy, urging for a nuanced understanding that incorporates both the suffering and the strength of Indigenous peoples.

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