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Inspired by traditional oral stories to delight readers in our contemporary world.
A long time ago, Robin wore a white breast, Rattlesnake didn’t rattle, Rabbit and Bear both sported luscious, long tails, and the naked-necked Turkey Buzzard meant to be fully clothed! Witness how these animals were transformed into the ones we recognize today with these brilliant Algonquin traditional tales expertly re-told by an Algonquin author.
It all started with a dream…
This story is about the journey of Young Woman and Turtle. They move through the seasons together and Young Woman learns that growing up takes patience and time. Leadership comes from within, but it also comes from listening to the world around you. A Dance Through the Seasons not only leads readers through the story of one girl’s path, but also through the seasonal rounds of the Dakelh (Carrier) people of British Columbia.
Sur la rivière, le castor claque sa queue, les saumons nagent, et une famille remonte sa pêche. Membre de sa communauté, Monica, six ans, participe à la récolte traditionnelle du saumon au milieu de paysages magnifiques, de matins froids, de feux chaleureux, et en compagnie de sa famille étendue. ISBN: 9781738736720 Indigenous, Indigenous Children’s Book,…
By Barbara E. Elgutaa · Illustrated by Stefan Brunette
Grandmother Moon is lonely in the night sky. When she stops in her journey to hear Brother Mountain’s stories, she also stops the sun from rising, the animals from sleeping, and more! This causes the Creator to intervene, but how can Grandmother Moon’s loneliness be solved while ensuring the sky moves from night to day? Makes a great bedtime story!
By Monica Weaver · Illustrated by Maedeh Mosaverzadeh
On the river, beaver smacks his tail, the salmon swim, and a family pulls in the catch. As a member of her community, six-year-old Monica (Lake Babine First Nation) participates in the traditional salmon harvest among the picturesque scenery, cold mornings, warm fires, and extended family.
Written & Illustrated by Eva Swift
A charming, soothing story for young children.
When searching for berry bushes, Nala becomes lost, alone in the forest! Fortunately, Mama Sasquatch hears her cries and keeps her safe through the night. The following day Nala learns how Mama and Baby Sasquatch live in the forest away from people, and why.
Mama Sasquatch flips the usual narrative of the dangerous Sasquatch to that of a comforting protector. Written and illustrated by a young member of the Ditidaht First Nation.
Une histoire charmante et apaisante pour les jeunes enfants. A charming, soothing story for young children.
A la recherche de buissons de baies, Nala se perd, seule dans la forêt ! Heureusement, Mama Sasquatch entend ses cris et veille sur elle toute la nuit. Le lendemain, Nala apprend comment et pourquoi Mama et Bébé Sasquatch vivent dans la forêt, loin des gens.
Eva Swift est membre de la Première Nation Ditidaht, une communauté située au bord du lac Nitinaht, sur la côte ouest de l’île de Vancouver, en Colombie-Britannique. Artiste aux multiples facettes, elle explore différents styles et médiums. Elle apprécie toutes les formes d’art, mais nourrit aussi une véritable passion pour l’écriture et le conte. Eva puise son inspiration dans son amour de la nature, des animaux et des paysages. Mama Sasquatch est son premier livre, né de son expérience personnelle : celle d’avoir aperçu un Sasquatch.
Spaal’ wants to fly like the other ravens, but learning to fly with different wings is really difficult!
Being born with different wings makes flying very challenging for Spaal’. What’s worse, the other ravens laugh at him which makes him feel sad. But with help from two kind teachers, Spaal’ practices every day and becomes a stronger flyer. Yet those ravens continue to laugh at him, even when he’s trying his best. Disheartened, Spaal’ talks to the Elder Ravens, who teach him that his difference is a gift, and how he can use that gift to help others. Watercolour illustrations are colourful and relatable.
Tsunaxen sets out for a relaxing canoe ride but has an adventure instead!
In a Coast Salish village, beautifully described with bright illustrations, lives young Tsunaxen who knows to practice his cultural teachings by giving thanks and trusting in the Creator, no matter what he encounters.
Dual language English/ Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (Squamish).
Audra learns about her Auntie’s disability
On a beautiful day, Audra and her Auntie Nan take a walk. Audra quickly notices her Auntie walks differently. When curious Audra asks her about it, Auntie Nan takes the opportunity to teach her about difference and how everyone’s differences are important, just like every strand of a Metis Sash is important.
