In this lyrical picture book, young readers are reminded of their cultural roots, the wisdom of their ancestors and their own potential. Each page offers an affirmation about identity, respect, love and truth, encouraging all children to embrace their uni
Smuy the little deer is almost out of food and wishes Spaal' the raven would share with him. But even though Smuy always offers to share with Spaal', Spaal' only ever tricks Smuy in return. So Smuy decides to try something new. He mashes the last of his s
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
Elizabeth Quocksister (1925–81) had many roles in her life. She was a cultural teacher, a community leader, a dancer, a nurse, a photographer, a residential school survivor, and a mother of ten. Born on the Da’naxda’xw Nation on Knight Inlet on the centra
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
In this story, Gus and Tom are upset. Miss Sam helps them smudge to feel better. Mi’gmaq burn sage and other traditional medicines to smudge. Smudging helps people let go of sadness and anger. What do you do when you are feeling sad?
The sun on your face. The smell of warm bannock baking in the oven. Holding the hand of someone you love. What fills your heart with happiness? This beautiful board book, with illustrations from celebrated artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for litt
A poetic, joyful celebration of the Lands and Waters asspring unfolds: we watch for Robin's return, listen for Frog's croaking, and wonder at maple tree's gift of sap. Grounded in Etuaptmumk, also known as Two-Eyed Seeing—which braids together the strengt
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
Everyone gets sad, angry, frustrated and disappointed. Difficult emotions are a natural part of life. In this book, Trudy's Healing Stone, Trudy Spiller shares a special teaching about a practice that anyone can use to help them process their feelings wit
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.
Paul Wahasaypa-Siha Tooskin-knows that whether we are taking berries or plants from the earth or knowledge from a learned person it is so important to offer a gift back to show honour and appreciation. Join Paul and his teacher Mrs. Baxter to find out wha
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 preciou
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 th
Winner of the 2020 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal A 2020 American Indian Youth Literature Picture Book Honor Winner “A wonderful and sweet book . . . Lovely stuff.” ―The New York Times Book Review Told in lively and powerful verse by deb
Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth’s water from harm and corruption―a bold and lyrical picture book written by Carole Lindstrom and vibrantly i
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
This vibrant picture book, beautifully illustrated by celebrated artist Danielle Daniel, encourages children to show love and support for each other and to consider each other’s well-being in their everyday actions.
Isla’s New Drum is Shane Hartman’s debut children’s book. The story is a contemporary story that Shane wrote for his daughter after he had made her a drum and gifted it to her. Isla loved her new drum!
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
Mousewoman is a legendary figure in the oral and visual practices of Northwest Coast Indigenous cultures. She is both grandmother and oracle, able to travel in and out of the spirit world. Mousewoman sits on young people’s shoulders in crucial times, whis
A finalist for the Christie Harris Illustrated Children’s Literature Prize A young girl delights in a visit to her grandpa’s farm. She and her cousins run through the fields, explore the root cellar where the salmon and jars of fruit are stored, swing
