I spent a lot of years with hundreds of kids that age. They're generally a lot brighter than folks think they are. The trick is to find out what's important to them and see if there's a natural (not forced) link to what they care about. If she's really proud of the Cherokee part, then the Scottish/Cherokee link might intrigue her. Otherwise . . . 
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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