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The Exile book of Native Canadian fiction and drama / by Moses, Daniel David,1952-;
Hearts and flowers / Tomson Highway -- Rat medicine / Lauren B. Davis -- Trickster reflections / Niigonwedom James Sinclair -- King of the raft / Daniel David Moses -- Born with a tooth / Joseph Boyden -- Please do not touch the Indians / Joseph A. Dandurand -- After Brigitte Bardot / Alootook Ipellie --Coyote and the enemy aliens / Thomas King -- Scattering Jake / Yvette Nolan -- Love walked in / Richard Van Camp -- Governor of the dew / Floyd Favel -- The pale Indian / Robert Arthur Alexie -- The witch of Niagara / Daniel David Moses -- What ndns do /Katharina Vermette -- Queen of the North / Eden Robinson.LSC
Subjects: Canadian drama (English); Canadian fiction (English); Canadian drama (English); Canadian fiction (English);
© 2010., Exile Editions,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Sarah Ponakey, Storycatcher and Âhâsiw’s Forest Powwow [electronic resource] : by MacMillan, Sita.aut; Whitecalf, Azby.ill; cloudLibrary;
A vibrant debut early chapter book series celebrating Cree culture and being true to yourself. Look for Book 2, Muskwa’s Tipi Talks, coming in Spring 2025! Sarah Ponakey has moved to the city from her home community with her mom and it’s the pits! She misses her Kôhkom, her best friend Eden, and the forests around her community. She’s had a hard time making new friends at school but at least she keeps in touch with Eden through meticulously written letters with very big words. After a particularly tough day where she nearly loses her favorite stuffed animal, Âhâsiw, and is brushed off by her mom, Sarah finds herself transported to a magical forest powwow . . . Accompanied by a life-sized Âhâsiw in his beautiful regalia, Sarah watches in excitement as a chipmunk emcees, and bears play the host drum at her first ever powwow. The more she sees, the more her confidence grows. As she joins in the celebration, Sarah discovers that she can connect to her Cree culture no matter where she is. Her Kôhkom’s going to love this story! Âhâsiw’s Forest Powwow, the first book from debut children’s author Sita MacMillan, features Cree words throughout the story and a note to the reader. Azby Whitecalf’s dynamic illustrations bring life to this warm, charming, and funny introduction to Sarah Ponakey, the storycatcher.ONGOING SERIES: First in the early chapter book series Sarah Ponakey, Storycatcher. Each book features a different Cree cultural element as well as Cree words in the story. SERIES ROLLOUT: Book 2 in the series is coming Spring 2025. Book 1 includes a teaser chapter for the next book in the back. SEL TITLE: Each book will deal with an internal issue Sarah is facing. Book 1 features a powwow where Sarah learns confidence in herself and in her culture. NEW EXPERIENCES: Highly relatable themes include starting a new school, fitting in, and making friends. READER ENGAGEMENT: Each book features a letter from the author to the reader INDIGENOUS JOY: The series showcases Indigenous pride and joy. The issues in this series don’t deal with racism or prejudice, but things all kids face at this age. FOR FANS OF: The Nguyen Kids series, and the Jo Jo Makoons series LEVELING INFO: Coming soonChildren/juvenile.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Native Canadian; Bedtime & Dreams; Animals; Chapter Books;
© 2024., Annick Press,
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The Kodiaks Home Ice Advantage [electronic resource] : by Robertson, David A..aut; cloudLibrary;
Hockey fans will love this action-packed middle grade novel about teamwork, overcoming adversity, and being proud of who you are and where you come from. Everything is changing for 11-year-old Alex Robinson. After his father accepts a new job, Alex and his family move from their community to the city. For the first time in his life, he doesn’t fit in. His fellow students don’t understand Indigenous culture. Even a simple show of respect to his teacher gets him in trouble. Things begin to look up after Alex tries out for a local hockey team. Playing for the Kodiaks, Alex proves himself as one of the best, but he becomes a target because he’s Indigenous. Can Alex trust his teammates and stand up to the jerks on other teams? Can he find a way to fit in and still be who he’s meant to be?Children/juvenile.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Native Canadian; New Experience; Prejudice & Racism; Hockey;
© 2024., Portage & Main Press,
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100 easy-to-grow native plants for Canadian gardens / by Johnson, Lorraine,1960-author.; Leyerle, Andrew,photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Native plant gardening; Gardening;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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From oral to written : a celebration of Indigenous literature in Canada, 1980-2010 / by Highway, Tomson,1951-;
Includes bibliographical references and indexes.Author Tomson Highway surveys Indigenous literature published in Canada between 1980 and 2010, highlighting gifted authors and the best stories they have told.LSC
Subjects: Canadian literature; Indian literature;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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In our own Aboriginal voice 2 : a collection of Indigenous authors and artists in Canada / by Calvert, Michael,1968-editor.; Metatawabin, Edmund,1947-writer of foreword.;
"A collection of Indigenous Authors and Artists in Canada. All pieces contain Aboriginal content with themes such as residential schools, personal experiences, Indigenous Identity, prayers, Aboriginal wisdom, hope, etc."--
Subjects: Canadian literature; Indigenous peoples; Indigenous authors;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Indigenous peoples in the world wars / by Rose, Simon,1961-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Examines the role of Canada's Indigenous soldiers during World War I and World War II.LSC
Subjects: World War, 1914-1918; World War, 1939-1945; Native peoples; World War, 1914-1918; World War, 1939-1945; Indian veterans; Native peoples;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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One story, one song / by Wagamese, Richard.;
An autobiography of Ojibwa Indian author Richard Wagamese.LSC
Subjects: Wagamese, Richard.; Ojibwa philosophy.; Ojibwa Indians; Indian authors; Authors, Canadian (English); Native peoples;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Sugar Falls : a residential school story / by Robertson, David,1977-; Henderson, Scott B.; Yaciuk, Donovan,1975-;
Tells the story of Native Canadian Betty Ross who was taken away to a residential school.LSC
Subjects: Ross, Betty (Elder from Cross Lake First Nation); Native peoples; Native students; Residential schools; First Nations students;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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I'm finding my talk / by Thomas, Rebecca(Poet); Young, Pauline,1965-;
A response to Rita Joe's iconic poem "I Lost My Talk," and published simultaneously with the new children's book edition illustrated by Pauline Young, comes a companion picture book by award-winning spoken-word artist and Mi'kmaw activist Rebecca Thomas. A second-generation residential school survivor, Thomas writes this response poem openly and honestly, reflecting on the process of working through the destructive effects of colonialism. From sewing regalia to dancing at powow to learning traditional language, I'm Finding My Talk is about rediscovering her community, and finding culture. Features stunning, vibrant illustrations by Mi'kmaw artist Pauline Young.LSC
Subjects: Identity (Philosophical concept); Indians of North America; Native children; Children's poetry, Canadian (English); Residential schools; First Nations children;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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