The story unfolds in a “Long Ago Time” when animals of all kinds share a common language and gather to solemnly consider which of them should be their leader. After hearing boasts about the qualities of the candidates—Horse’s fleetness, Buffalo’s stamina,
Board books for learning Soy based ink and water based protective coating Made from paper sourced from sustainable forests measures 6.5 in x 6.5 in
Wahwahbiginojii Dr. David Anderson, Dene/Anishinabe and Bear Clan, is an Educator and author. This is one Creation Story of how some of Our Relatives, The Swimmers and The Winged-Ones helped Creator make Land for The Two-Legged, The Four-Legged, and Th
All phases in the life of Sumi, a coho salmon, are shown from her trip down river to the ocean; her time as a fully mature fish swimming in the great seas; to the most fascinating and mysterious period in the life cycle of these magic animals, the determi
So begins this charming story for children by Kwantlen storyteller Joseph Dandurand. The Sasquatch, spirit of the great cedar forest, eludes human hunters, falls in love, fathers a lovely daughter and saves his little family from a forest fire by dousing
Explore the Salish Sea with this collaborative book featuring the work of 13 different Coast Salish artists with text by Musqueam, Coast Salish artist Melaney Gleeson-Lyall.
In this Coast Salish story, step-by-step instructions for gathering wood and catching, filleting and then smoking fish are given. The text and illustrations support the reader’s understanding of the process and emphasize the respect shown by the Coast Sal
When two red foxes have an argument which breaks apart their community, a gentle buffalo decides to take a braid of sweetgrass to a local elder and asks her to help with a sharing circle for all the animals.
Celebrate contemporary Indigenous traditions with this illustrated children’s picture book! A young Nisg̱a’a boy, Simgan, learns to cook hamburger soup and fry bread with Grandmother on a crisp fall day. As they gather ingredients, chop vegetables and
Qwiwilh the wood duck is preparing to nest in his favorite tree when Q'uleeq'e' the crow invites him to play in the tall branches. They jump higher and higher up the tree until they accidentally break the branches and come crashing down into the stream be
I Love My Life is an essential and impactful children's book that promotes Indigenous culture and values while encouraging young readers to love their lives and build a strong foundation for a positive future. Dr. Eppinga hopes this book contributes to th
When he is gifted a handmade drum by his mother, Ren learns the teachings of the drum that she also passes down to him. Ren discovers that through this special drum, he is able to connect to his culture and find a confidence in his voice to joyfully share
Together with their parents and Elders, the children explore the values woven into their own regalia, land, community, and traditions, making precious memories on this day they won’t soon forget.
Using familial crests as her artistic inspiration, Tsimshian artist Morgan Asoyuf illustrated this 20 page book of high-contrast images designed to stimulate brain growth and visual development in young babies. Soy based ink and water based protective coa
Written for preschool children by Th'et-simiya (Wendy Richie) and Illustrated by Fred Jackson. Coil bound, full color - pages are 8.5" x 11"
Everything in our world is precious and important whether it is big or small. In this 16 page board boad you can explore the world from the ocean to the sky and learn the names of the animals of all sizes that call the Northwest Coast home. Soy based ink
Count along with Cree artist Julie Flett. This 20 page book features stunning illustrations alongside translated animal names and numbers. Julie Flett is a Vancouver-based Cree/Metis author, visual artist and illustrator.
