Taken from their families when they are very small and sent to a remote, church-run residential school, Kenny, Lucy, Clara, Howie and Maisie are barely out of childhood when they are finally released after years of detention.
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!
Drumming, singing, and dancing are all part of being at a Powwow. Perry and his family travel all over North America to participate in these family and community gatherings. Join Perry’s two boys as they share their treasured memories of being at Powwows
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
A common-sense blueprint for what the future of First Nations should look like as told through the fascinating life and legacy of a remarkable leader. Paper back copy.
Sweetgrass's Smudge Spray provides all the smudge benefits without the smoke that cleanses and purifys to maintain personal wellness. Infused with an essential oil blend of Sage, Cedar and Tobacco leaves this smudge will help clear the mind and encourage
60 pages of perforated, unlined paper perfect for sketching or jotting down quick notes. 4" x 5.75", FSC approved paper.
Abalone shells make excellent vessels for containing smoldering herbs and incense. It is wise to insulate the bottom of the shell with sand or ash to protect the shell against high temperatures. These shells, used for traditional smudging, come from Mexic
For thousands of years, the broad expanse between Sumas and Vedder Mountains east of Vancouver lay under water, forming the bed of Sumas Lake. Read about the natural and human history of sumas valley.
By Robin Wall Kimmerer Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings--asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, salamanders, algae, and sweetgrass--offer us gifts and lessons, even if we've fo
This companion manual to Volume 1 puts First Nations art into deeper cultural context, providing Native Indian philosophy, knowledge and skills foundation, code of ethics, and interviews with a contemporary First Nations family, as well as some aspects of
This companion manual to Volume 1 puts First Nations art into deeper cultural context, providing Native Indian philosophy, knowledge and skills foundation, code of ethics, and interviews with a contemporary First Nations family, as well as some aspects of
Learn Pacific Northwest Coast formline art with step-by-step instructions on how to draw, design, paint and carve in the PNW art style. Contains step-by-step instructions and illustrations on the basics of drawing, designing, painting and carving in the
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
Halq'emeylem Language / Classified word list (see pictures for more information)
Gramma Says... a touching and refreshing Stó:lō Child's perspective about an Elder's Teaching. The importance and power of teaching through love and tradition are important reminders to teachers, parents and community members.
Enjoy reflecting on and learning about the Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest, and our connectedness to the sacred between the earth and sky! Featuring text by Musqueam, Coast Salish artist, Melaney Gleeson-Lyall and the work of 13 contributing a
“We Are All Connected” is a series that explores how we all live together in a shared balance upon Mother Earth. Each book explores a specific ecosystem with a focus on one animal and its adaptations for survival within that ecosystem. Indigenous intervie
9" Dream Catcher. Semi-precious stones will vary
