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The Eagle Mother (Mothers of Xsan)
Par Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Huson. 2020
Return to the valleys of the River of Mists with author Hetxw'ms Gyetxw (Brett D. Huson) and his award-winning, richly…
illustrative Mothers of Xsan series. &“An incredible celebration of the deep connections that are essential to the relationships between mothers and their children&”—The Globe and MailNox xsgyaak, the eagle mother, cares for her brood in the embrace of a black cottonwood with the help of her mate. Will both eaglets survive the summer in an environment that is both delicate and unforgiving?Learn about the life cycle of these stunning birds of prey, the traditions of the Gitxsan, and how bald eagles can enrich their entire ecosystem. Evocative illustration brings the Xsan's flora and fauna to life for middle years readers in book three of the Mothers of Xsan series.The Frog Mother (Mothers of Xsan)
Par Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Huson. 2021
To the Gitxsan of Northwestern British Columbia, Nox Ga&’naaw is a storyteller, speaking truths of the universe. After Nox Ga&’naaw,…
the frog mother, releases her eggs among the aquatic plants of a pond, the tiny tadpoles are left to fend for themselves. As they hatch, grow legs, and transform into their adult selves, they must avoid the mouths of hungry predators. Will the young frogs survive to spawn their own eggs, continuing a cycle 200 million years in the making?Book four of the Mothers of Xsan series follows the life cycle of the columbia spotted frog. Learn about why this species is of special significance to the Gitxsan and how Nox Ga'naaw and her offspring are essential to the balance that is life.Siha Tooskin Knows the Strength of His Hair (Siha Tooskin Knows)
Par Charlene Bearhead, Wilson Bearhead. 2020
Where can you find strength when someone disrespects you? And what does having strength really mean?Paul Wahasaypa—Siha Tooskin—has learned from…
Ena (his mom) and Ade (his dad) to maintain a strong mind, heart, and spirit. Though starting at a new school can be hard, especially when the kids there have never experienced the values and culture of the Nakota people. Join Paul as Mitoshin (his grandfather) helps remind him how strength of character can be found in the strength of his hair.The Siha Tooskin Knows series uses vivid narratives and dazzling illustrations in contemporary settings to share stories about an 11-year-old Nakota boy.Siha Tooskin Knows the Love of the Dance (Siha Tooskin Knows)
Par Charlene Bearhead, Wilson Bearhead. 2020
Paul Wahasaypa—Siha Tooskin—has invited his friend, Jeff, to a powwow. It&’s Jeff&’s very first powwow, and is he ever nervous!…
What if he says or does the wrong thing? Grass dancers, Fancy Shawl dancers, Chicken dancers—what does it all mean? Follow along as Jeff learns all about the dances and their beautiful traditions. See you at the powwow!The Siha Tooskin Knows series uses vivid narratives and dazzling illustrations in contemporary settings to share stories about an 11-year-old Nakota boy.Siha Tooskin Knows the Sacred Eagle Feather (Siha Tooskin Knows)
Par Charlene Bearhead, Wilson Bearhead. 2020
Paul Wahasaypa—Siha Tooskin—can find eagle feathers in Ade&’s truck, on the dream catcher above his bed, on his Uncle Lenard&’s bustle,…
and in with the smudge bowls in all of his relatives&’ homes. Paul already knows that the eagle is important because of the way that his family respects and cares for eagle feathers. Now he&’s old enough for the teachings of where the feathers come from and why they are so sacred. Walk with Paul and Mitoshin (his grandfather) so you too will understand the teaching of the sacred eagle feather.The Siha Tooskin Knows series uses vivid narratives and dazzling illustrations in contemporary settings to share stories about an 11-year-old Nakota boy.The Scout: Tommy Prince (Tales from Big Spirit #6)
Par David A. Robertson. 2010
A search down a wooded path for a well-hit baseball turns into an encounter between Pamela and a veteran soldier…
standing in front of a monument. The statue commemorates the heroism of Sgt. Tommy Prince, the most decorated Aboriginal soldier in Canada. Pamela is curious, and the veteran is happy to regale her with the story of the expert marksman and tracker, renowned for his daring and bravery in World War II and the Korean War.The Scout is one book in the Tales from Big Spirit series. Tales from Big Spirit is a unique seven-book graphic novel series that delves into the stories of seven great Indigenous heroes from Canadian history—some already well known and others who deserve to be. Designed to correspond to grades 4–6 social studies curriculums across Canada, these full colour graphic novels could be used in literature circles, novel studies, and book clubs to facilitate discussion of social studies topics. These books will help students make historical connections while promoting important literacy skills.Siha Tooskin Knows the Best Medicine (Siha Tooskin Knows)
Par Charlene Bearhead, Wilson Bearhead. 2020
When Siha Tooskin—Paul Wahasaypa—finds himself not feeling at all well he learns that there are answers for him from the…
healing practices of his own people and from Western medicine. Pay a hospital visit to Paul as he learns more about where &“modern medicine&” really comes from and how we can all benefit from Indigenous and Western healers as Paul seeks the best medicine for his own wellness.The Siha Tooskin Knows series uses vivid narratives and dazzling illustrations in contemporary settings to share stories about an 11-year-old Nakota boy.We Need Everyone
Par Michael Redhead Champagne. 2024
Everyone has a gift. Every gift is different, and every gift is special. Our world needs you to share your gift.What…
is your gift? How can you use your gift to help others?We Need Everyone empowers children to identify their gifts and use them to overcome challenges, achieve goals, and strengthen communities. Inspiring and uplifting, this interactive picture book celebrates diverse cultures, perspectives, and abilities through playful illustrations. Perfect for reading aloud.Siha Tooskin Knows the Catcher of Dreams (Siha Tooskin Knows)
Par Charlene Bearhead, Wilson Bearhead. 2020
A new baby due any day AND a visit from his grandparents!Siha Tooskin (Paul) takes his expert bike riding to…
a whole new level to make sure he doesn't miss a thing. At home, Mugoshin (Grandmother) is creating a very special gift to protect the precious little one. Join Paul as he enjoys delicious bannock, imagines the future of a new baby sister, and listens to Mugoshin&’s teachings about the catcher of dreams.The Siha Tooskin Knows series uses vivid narratives and dazzling illustrations in contemporary settings to share stories about an 11-year-old Nakota boy.Giju's Gift (Adventures of the Pugulatmu’j #1)
Par Brandon Mitchell. 2022
Long ago, all living creatures on this land shared a special balance with one another. The pugulatmu&’j—the Little People—were the…
original guardians of the land, and they looked after all living things. As time passed, we forgot these playful yet powerful guardians, but they did not forget us. Occasionally, they make their presence known with the little tricks they play.When her hair clip disappears, Mali is devastated. It was special, made by her giju'. Her mom thinks she lost it, but Mali knows it was stolen by the pugulatmu&’j.Soon after, Mali is surprised to meet Puug—and he&’s wearing her hair clip. If she helps him find what he needs, she has a chance of getting it back. As they hunt for the objects on Puug&’s list, Mali uncovers a lot of unanswered questions along the way.Why is there a giant chasing them? Will she really get her hair clip back? And why is Puug collecting these things anyway?Join Mali and Puug as they race to keep one step ahead of an ancient giant in the first volume of this graphic novel series for young readers.Pisim Finds Her Miskanaw (The Six Seasons of the Asiniskaw Ithiniwak)
Par William Dumas. 2020
NOW REVISED! This edition features updated Rocky Cree translations and an expanded glossary, augmented with new maps to give a…
more detailed look at Pīsim&’s journey. These enhancements make this book a great tool for teachers and a great addition to any library.Out of an important archaeological discovery came this unique story about a week in the life of Pīsim, a young Cree woman, who lived in the mid 1600s. In the story, created by renowned storyteller William Dumas, Pīsim begins to recognize her miskanaw – the path for her life – and to develop her gifts for fulfilling that path. The story is brought to life by the rich imagery of Mi&’kmaw artist Leonard Paul, and is accompanied by sidebars on Cree language and culture, archaeology and history, maps, songs, and more.Great ideas for using this book in your classroom can be found in the Teacher&’s Guide for Pīsim Finds Her Miskanaw. A printable eBook of the guide is available for download.Pīsim Finds Her Miskanaw is book one in The Six Seasons of the Asiniskow Īthiniwak series about the Asiniskow Īthiniwak (Rocky Cree) of Northern Manitoba. Corresponding to the six seasons of sīkwan (spring), nīpin (summer), takwakin (fall), mikiskow (freeze-up), pipon (winter), and mithoskamin (break-up), the books explore the language, culture, knowledge, territory, and history of the 17th century Rocky Cree people through story and images. The groundbreaking series centres Indigenous ways of knowing and includes insights from a wide range of disciplines – cross-cultural education, history, archaeology, anthropology, linguistics, literature, oral culture and storytelling, experiential and community-based learning, and art.To find more information about The Six Seasons project and the Picture Book App: Pisim Finds Her Miskanaw visit www.sixseasonsproject.ca.The Gift Is in the Making: Anishinaabeg Stories
Par Leanne Betasamosake Simpson. 2013
The Gift Is in the Making retells previously published Anishinaabeg stories, bringing to life Anishinaabeg values and teachings for a…
new generation. Readers are immersed in a world where all genders are respected, the tiniest being has influence in the world, and unconditional love binds families and communities to each other and to their homeland. Sprinkled with gentle humour and the Anishinaabe language, this collection of stories speaks to children and adults alike, and reminds us of the timelessness of stories that touch the heart.Also available as an audiobook narrated by Tiffany Ayalik. Find it through your favourite audio retailer!In an educational milieu in which standards and accountability hold sway, schools can become places of stress, marginalization, and isolation…
instead of learning communities that nurture a sense of meaning and purpose. In Ensouling Our Schools, author Jennifer Katz weaves together methods of creating schools that engender mental, spiritual, and emotional health while developing intellectual thought and critical analysis. Kevin Lamoureux contributes his expertise regarding Indigenous approaches to mental and spiritual health that benefit all students and address the TRC Calls to Action.The Raven Mother (Mothers of Xsan)
Par Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Huson. 2022
★ Starred selection for CCBC's Best Books for Kids & Teens 2023! Hoarders. Scavengers. Clever foragers. Bringers of new life.…
Ravens have many roles, both for the land and in Gitxsan story and song. The sixth book in Hetxw'ms Gyetxw (Brett D. Huson)&’s Mothers of Xsan series transports young readers to Northwestern British Columbia, where they will learn about the traditions of the Gitxsan, the lives of ravens, and why these acrobatic flyers are so important to their ecosystem. Follow along as Nox Gaak, the raven mother, teaches her chicks what they need to survive with the help of her flock.I don&’t recall seeing books when I was a little boy. But the old people, they grew up listening to…
stories. And so, every night, when the old people were done their evening prayers, they would sit and they would tell us stories too.At the time of the spring thaw, the Rocky Cree fill their canoes with furs, eager to trade with the new visitors in mistiwāsahak (Hudson Bay). But not all of the new visitors are welcome.When the canoes return home to the shores of the misinipī river, the Rocky Cree begin to collapse one by one, drenched in sweat and slowly slipping into delirium. Kākakiw struggles to help the sick as more and more people pass into the spirit world. Exhausted physically, emotionally, and spiritually, he seeks guidance through prayer.Hope finally comes with a visitor in the night: one of the Little People, small beings who are just like us. If Kākakiw can journey to their home, he will be given the medicine his people need. All he has to do is paddle through a cliff of solid bedrock to get there.To save his people from certain death, Kākakiw must overcome doubt to follow the traditional teachings of the Asiniskaw Īthiniwak and trust in the gift of the Little People.In this illustrated short story for all ages, celebrated Rocky Cree storyteller William Dumas shares a teaching about hope in the face of adversity. This book is a companion story to The Six Seasons of the Asiniskaw Īthiniwak series.The Ballad of Nancy April: Shawnadithit (Tales from Big Spirit #6)
Par David A. Robertson. 2010
When a mishap delays Jessie at the end of a school day, she takes a shortcut home. But the shortcut…
turns into an adventure, as Jessie is transported through time and space, to early 19th-century Newfoundland. There she meets Shawnadithit who, as the last surviving member of the Beothuk, has witnessed the end of a once-great people. Tales from Big Spirit is a unique seven-book graphic novel series that delves into the stories of seven great Indigenous heroes from Canadian history - some already well known and others who deserve to be.The Wolf Mother (Mothers of Xsan #5)
Par Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Huson. 2021
Follow along as award-winning author Hetxw&’ms Gyetxw (Brett D. Huson) introduces young readers to a pack of grey wolves. New…
pups have just begun to open their eyes, one of which is a striking black female. Every day, her ears grow larger, her eyesight gets sharper, and her legs stretch farther. As she learns to hunt, play, and run with her pack, instinct pulls her to explore beyond her home territory. Will the young wolf&’s bold spirit help her find a new pack of her very own?Learn about the life cycle of these magnificent canines, the traditions of the Gitxsan, and how grey wolves contribute to the health of their entire ecosystem.The Grizzly Mother (Mothers of Xsan)
Par Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Huson. 2019
Book two in the award-winning Mothers of Xsan series, The Grizzly Mother uses striking illustration and lyrical language to bring…
the poetry of the Xsan ecosystem to life.To the Gitxsan people of Northwestern British Columbia, the grizzly is an integral part of the natural landscape. Together, they share the land and forests that the Skeena River runs through, as well as the sockeye salmon within it. Follow mother bear as she teaches her cubs what they need to survive on their own.Learning to Carve Argillite (Sk'ad'a Stories Series)
Par Sara Florence Davidson, Robert Davidson. 2021
Based on Haida artist Robert Davidson's own childhood experiences, this beautiful story highlights learning through observation, as well as the…
role of Elders in sharing knowledge and mentorship.Learning to carve is a lifelong journey. With the help of his father and grandfather, a boy on Haida Gwaii practises to become a skillful carver. As he carefully works on a new piece, he remembers a trip to Slatechuck Mountain to gather the argillite, as well as his father&’s words about the importance of looking back to help us find our way.Written by the creators of Potlatch as Pedagogy, this book brings the Sk'ad'a Principles to life through the art of Janine Gibbons.The Poet: Pauline Johnson (Tales from Big Spirit #6)
Par David A. Robertson. 2010
Although Kathy loves poetry, she is far too shy to recite it in front of her class. But the story…
of Pauline Johnson, renowned as the "Mohawk Princess," inspires Kathy to overcome her stage fright. Pauline, from the Grand River Reserve in Ontario, crisscrossed the country, reciting her poems to far-flung communities, making her among the most beloved literary figure of the Edwardian era.The Poet is one book in the Tales from Big Spirit series. Tales from Big Spirit is a unique seven-book graphic novel series that delves into the stories of seven great Indigenous heroes from Canadian history—some already well known and others who deserve to be. Designed to correspond to grades 4–6 social studies curriculums across Canada, these full colour graphic novels could be used in literature circles, novel studies, and book clubs to facilitate discussion of social studies topics. These books will help students make historical connections while promoting important literacy skills.