Author: Jennifer Leason
Publisher: Schchechmala Children's
ISBN: 9781926886589
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this dual-language book, the story of how Indigenous people harvested berries and how that tradition continues to this day.
Blueberry Patch / Mayabeekamneeboon
Author: Jennifer Leason
Publisher: Schchechmala Children's
ISBN: 9781926886589
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this dual-language book, the story of how Indigenous people harvested berries and how that tradition continues to this day.
Publisher: Schchechmala Children's
ISBN: 9781926886589
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this dual-language book, the story of how Indigenous people harvested berries and how that tradition continues to this day.
Northwest Resistance
Author: Katherena Vermette
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 1553798937
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Echo Desjardins just can't stop slipping back and forth in time. In Northwest Resistance, Echo travels to 1885, a period of turmoil. The bison are gone, settlers from the East are arriving daily, and the Métis and First Nations of the Northwest face hunger and uncertainty as their traditional way of life is threatened. The Canadian government has ignored their petitions, but hope rises when Louis Riel returns to help. However, battles between Canadian forces and the Métis and their allies lead to defeat at Batoche. Through it all, Echo gains new perspectives about where she came from and what the future may hold.
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 1553798937
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Echo Desjardins just can't stop slipping back and forth in time. In Northwest Resistance, Echo travels to 1885, a period of turmoil. The bison are gone, settlers from the East are arriving daily, and the Métis and First Nations of the Northwest face hunger and uncertainty as their traditional way of life is threatened. The Canadian government has ignored their petitions, but hope rises when Louis Riel returns to help. However, battles between Canadian forces and the Métis and their allies lead to defeat at Batoche. Through it all, Echo gains new perspectives about where she came from and what the future may hold.
We Are Still Here!
Author: Traci Sorell
Publisher: Live Oak Media
ISBN: 1430144890
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Too often, Native American history is treated as a finished chapter instead of an ongoing story. This book offers readers everything they never learned in school about Native American people's past, present, and future.
Publisher: Live Oak Media
ISBN: 1430144890
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Too often, Native American history is treated as a finished chapter instead of an ongoing story. This book offers readers everything they never learned in school about Native American people's past, present, and future.
Stand Like a Cedar
Author: Nicola I. Campbell
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 1553799224
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
When you go for a walk in nature, who do you see? What do you hear? Award-winning storyteller Nicola I. Campbell shows what it means to “stand like a cedar” on this beautiful journey of discovery through the wilderness. Learn the names of animals in the Nłeʔkepmxcín or Halq’emeylem languages as well as the teachings they have for us. Experience a celebration of sustainability and connection to the land through lyrical storytelling and Carrielynn Victor’s breathtaking art in this children’s illustrated book. Discover new sights and sounds with every read. A glossary and pronunciation guide can be found at the back of the book.
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 1553799224
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
When you go for a walk in nature, who do you see? What do you hear? Award-winning storyteller Nicola I. Campbell shows what it means to “stand like a cedar” on this beautiful journey of discovery through the wilderness. Learn the names of animals in the Nłeʔkepmxcín or Halq’emeylem languages as well as the teachings they have for us. Experience a celebration of sustainability and connection to the land through lyrical storytelling and Carrielynn Victor’s breathtaking art in this children’s illustrated book. Discover new sights and sounds with every read. A glossary and pronunciation guide can be found at the back of the book.
A Day with Yayah
Author: Nicola I. Campbell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781926890098
Category : Grandmothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The entire family goes out for a romp in the woods picking mushrooms and herbs. Grandmother passes down her knowledge of plant life.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781926890098
Category : Grandmothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The entire family goes out for a romp in the woods picking mushrooms and herbs. Grandmother passes down her knowledge of plant life.
When We Are Kind
Author: Monique Gray Smith
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459821475
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Key Selling Points Simple, pointed text gives examples of how children can be kind to those around them, the different emotions that receiving kindness can make us feel, and how we maintain a connection with one another through acts of kindness within our community. The author is well-known for her board and picture books. Her title My Heart Fills With Happiness was selected for the 2019 TD Grade One Book Giveaway. Like the author's bestselling title You Hold Me Up, the text relays an important message through carefully chosen language. The illustrator is Diné (Navajo) from New Mexico. She was inspired by her community to illustrate an Indigenous family.
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459821475
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Key Selling Points Simple, pointed text gives examples of how children can be kind to those around them, the different emotions that receiving kindness can make us feel, and how we maintain a connection with one another through acts of kindness within our community. The author is well-known for her board and picture books. Her title My Heart Fills With Happiness was selected for the 2019 TD Grade One Book Giveaway. Like the author's bestselling title You Hold Me Up, the text relays an important message through carefully chosen language. The illustrator is Diné (Navajo) from New Mexico. She was inspired by her community to illustrate an Indigenous family.
Grumble, Yawn
Author: Deborah Kerbel
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459828690
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Grumble Yawn follows the onomatopoeic antics of a young girl and her cat as they resist the bedtime routine. This toddler-friendly book is composed entirely of sounds, and adults and children alike will find humor in a silly story that calls out to be read aloud with emphasis and humorous inflection. Howl moan squawk stomp—readers may recognize their own cacophonous bedtimes as the main character thwarts going quietly to sleep. Conceptualized and written by award-winning author Deborah Kerbel and illustrated by artist Jacqui Lee, this board book will delight readers of all ages.
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459828690
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Grumble Yawn follows the onomatopoeic antics of a young girl and her cat as they resist the bedtime routine. This toddler-friendly book is composed entirely of sounds, and adults and children alike will find humor in a silly story that calls out to be read aloud with emphasis and humorous inflection. Howl moan squawk stomp—readers may recognize their own cacophonous bedtimes as the main character thwarts going quietly to sleep. Conceptualized and written by award-winning author Deborah Kerbel and illustrated by artist Jacqui Lee, this board book will delight readers of all ages.
Awâsis and the World-Famous Bannock
Author: Dallas Hunt
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 1553797809
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
During an unfortunate mishap, young Awâsis loses Kôhkum’s freshly baked world-famous bannock. Not knowing what to do, Awâsis seeks out a variety of other-than-human relatives willing to help. What adventures are in store for Awâsis? Awâsis and the World-Famous Bannock highlights the importance of collaboration and seeking guidance from one's community, while introducing the Cree words for different animals and baking ingredients. Find a pronunciation guide and the recipe for Kôhkum’s world-famous bannock in the back of the book.
Publisher: Portage & Main Press
ISBN: 1553797809
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
During an unfortunate mishap, young Awâsis loses Kôhkum’s freshly baked world-famous bannock. Not knowing what to do, Awâsis seeks out a variety of other-than-human relatives willing to help. What adventures are in store for Awâsis? Awâsis and the World-Famous Bannock highlights the importance of collaboration and seeking guidance from one's community, while introducing the Cree words for different animals and baking ingredients. Find a pronunciation guide and the recipe for Kôhkum’s world-famous bannock in the back of the book.
Kunoichi Bunny
Author: Sara Cassidy
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459827821
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
The sun is out and the birds are chirping. It’s a beautiful day for Saya, her dad and her well-loved stuffed bunny, Kunoichi, to go to the park. On their way, Saya stealthily stops a fight by flinging her floppy four-legged ninja-bunny between two snarling cats. Later on, on the bus, Saya throws Kunoichi under the wheels of a child’s stroller, halting its dangerous roll toward the stairs. Dad doesn't notice as Saya uses Kunoichi to save the day time and time again on their outing and on the bus home, proving small actions can have a great impact. This wordless picture book in graphic novel format by award-winning author Sara Cassidy and illustrator Brady Sato will bring joy to every reader who believes in the magic of stuffed animals.
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459827821
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
The sun is out and the birds are chirping. It’s a beautiful day for Saya, her dad and her well-loved stuffed bunny, Kunoichi, to go to the park. On their way, Saya stealthily stops a fight by flinging her floppy four-legged ninja-bunny between two snarling cats. Later on, on the bus, Saya throws Kunoichi under the wheels of a child’s stroller, halting its dangerous roll toward the stairs. Dad doesn't notice as Saya uses Kunoichi to save the day time and time again on their outing and on the bus home, proving small actions can have a great impact. This wordless picture book in graphic novel format by award-winning author Sara Cassidy and illustrator Brady Sato will bring joy to every reader who believes in the magic of stuffed animals.
It’s Me, Henry!
Author: Stéphanie Deslauriers
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459831020
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
Henry marches to the beat of his own green thumb in this gentle picture book about a boy on the autism spectrum. Henry doesn't remember to raise his hand and he prefers to call plants by their proper Latin names, much to the frustration of his classmates. Most days, Henry doesn't notice how different he is from the other kids in his grade, but some days, he does. On those days, he finds refuge under the shade of the Salix babylonica (willow tree) or in the school counselor's office or at his very favorite place in the world: the local botanical gardens. When his class goes on a field trip to these botanical gardens, Henry’s knowledge of the flora and fauna show the other kids that his unique interests are really something special.
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459831020
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
Henry marches to the beat of his own green thumb in this gentle picture book about a boy on the autism spectrum. Henry doesn't remember to raise his hand and he prefers to call plants by their proper Latin names, much to the frustration of his classmates. Most days, Henry doesn't notice how different he is from the other kids in his grade, but some days, he does. On those days, he finds refuge under the shade of the Salix babylonica (willow tree) or in the school counselor's office or at his very favorite place in the world: the local botanical gardens. When his class goes on a field trip to these botanical gardens, Henry’s knowledge of the flora and fauna show the other kids that his unique interests are really something special.