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• Wisahkecahk flies to the moon

  Ahenakew, Freda, 1932-2011

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  This fully bilingual English/Cree book tells a traditional Cree story about why the crane’s legs are so long.

• Dancing With the Cranes

  Armstrong, Jeannette C.

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  Chi isn’t sure about welcoming the new baby due in her family. The cycle of life, migration, and the return of Chi’s father from his work in the south are woven into this contemporary text and illustrated by glowing, full-page paintings by…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Mwâkwa Talks to the Loon

  a Cree Story for Children

  Auger, Dale, 1958-2008

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  Kayâs, a famous hunter, allows pride to destroy his prowess and skill. The Elders help him gain humility by calling on the loon and teaching the people to be respectful and honour the animals who offer themselves.

• Discovering Animals

  English, French, Cree

  Auger, Neepin

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  Following in the footsteps of her artist father, Dale, Neepin presents bold, colourful images of familiar animals such as the woodpecker, weasel, and loon. This trilingual board book features text in English, French, and Cree.

• Kamik Joins the Pack

  Baker, Darryl

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  In the third installment of the Jake and Kamik the puppy series, Kamik finally gets a chance to run with a dog team for the first time. As in the other Kamik stories, Jake first learns a great deal from an Elder about how to train his…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Eneèko Nàmbe Įkʼǫǫ Kʼeèzhǫ

  Blondin, John, 1960-1996

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  This tale comes from several generations of Dene oral tradition in the Northwest Territories. When the fish no longer come to human nets, the man with otter medicine dives below the ice to free the fish from an underwater cave.

• Fiddle Dancer

  [Li Daanseur Di Vyaeloon]

  Patton, Anne, 1942-

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  Nolin, a young Métis boy, is learning to step-dance from his talented Moushoom. Along the way he also learns about his rich Métis culture and deepens his bond with his grandfather. A joyful story about family relations and community…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Day With Yayah

  Campbell, Nicola I.

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  In this story rooted in cultural traditions brought into contemporary practice, Yayah passes on her knowledge of wild foods, gathering traditions, and medicinal plants. While searching for wild celery, potatoes, cow parsnip, and mushrooms,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Grandpa's Girls

  Campbell, Nicola I.

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  “Grandpa is a veteran, a cowboy, a rancher, and a businessman,” but most of all he’s the beloved grandpa who lets them explore the barns, the chicken coop, the root cellar, and the attic while the aunties talk and laugh so much that they…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Shi-shi-etko

  Campbell, Nicola I.

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  Drawing on the experiences of her family and Elders, Campbell captures the emotional trauma of the residential school system in the gentlest possible way for young readers. Released as a short film in 2009 in Halq’emalem with English…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Rabbit's Race

  Delaronde, Deborah L., 1958-

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• Shin-chi's Canoe

  Campbell, Nicola I.

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  Shi-shi-etko is returning to residential school and this time her brother Shin-chi will go with her. As the cattle truck drops them at the church, she reminds Shin-chi that they will not be able to talk to each other, and that he must use…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Jenneli's Dance

  Denny, Elizabeth, 1972-

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  Jenneli, who is Métis, loves to do the Red River Jig, which was taught to her by her Grandma Lucee. Knowing how much Jenneli loves to dance and how good she is, Grandma Lucee enters Jenneli in the local fair’s jigging contest.

• The Diamond Willow Walking Stick

  a Traditional Métis Story About Generosity = Li Kaan Di Sool : Aen Nistwayr Di Michif Li Taan Kayaash Taanishi Aen Ishi Maykihk

  Dorion, Leah, 1970-

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  Traditional teachings of kindness and generosity and walking the “good road” are reinforced by Dorion’s brilliant full-page paintings.

• The Giving Tree

  a Retelling of a Traditional Métis Story = [Laarbr Kawmaekit : Aen Kiitwam Achimook Aen Histwayr Chi Maykik Pi Aen Ootistikook]

  Dorion, Leah, 1970-

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  This beautiful Michif and English book features a Grandpa telling his grandchild about the “giving tree” where his family stopped when he was a boy travelling between two Métis communities.

• I Am Not a Number

  Dupuis, Jenny Kay

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  This harrowing story of the residential school experience is based on the personal account of Irene Couchie Dupuis, the author’s Anishinaabe Granny.

• The Moccasins

  Einarson, Earl, 1962-

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  A simple, endearing story that expresses the profound impact that love and a sense of security can have on a child’s well-being.

• Black Bear Red Fox

  Colours in Cree

  Flett, Julie

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  This board book showcases the y-dialect or Plains Cree dialect, introduced by Arden Ogg of the Cree Literacy Network. The verso of each spread features a single, solid colour with the Cree and English text, while Julie Flett’s bold,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Lii Yiiboo Nayaapiwak Lii Swer

  L'alfabet Di Michif = Owls See Clearly at Night : a Michif Alphabet

  Flett, Julie

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  Julie Flett’s introduction to the Michif language imparts essential vocabulary relating to the land, weather, animals, and plants. From Li Bafloo to La Galet to Lii Zyeu, Flett illustrates elements of Métis culture and country.

• Wild Berries

  Pikaci-mīnisa

  Flett, Julie

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  Clarence and his grandma gather wild berries, sing, pop berries into their mouths, and watch ants, spiders, and a fox in this lyrical and beautiful picture book that introduces signature words in Cree.