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Braiding sweetgrass : indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of plants / by Kimmerer, Robin Wall,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."As a botanist, Robin Wall Kimmerer has been trained to ask questions of nature with the tools of science. As a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, she embraces the notion that plants and animals are our oldest teachers. In Braiding Sweetgrass, Kimmerer brings these two lenses of knowledge together to take us on 'a journey that is every bit as mythic as it is scientific, as sacred as it is historical, as clever as it is wise.'"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Kimmerer, Robin Wall.; Botany; Ethnoecology.; Human ecology; Human-plant relationships.; Nature; Philosophy of nature.; Indigenous philosophy.; Potawatomi; Potawatomi;
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Winter's gifts : an Indigenous celebration of nature / by Curtice, Kaitlin B.; Félix, Gloria.;
Dani, an indigenous girl, finds wonder in the resting and waiting that winter teaches us, and shares with her friends how Creator's gift of gratitude can transform the way we see the world.
Subjects: Picture books.; Winter; Nature; Gratitude; Potawatomi Indians; Indigenous peoples;
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Braiding sweetgrass for young adults : Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of plants / by Kimmerer, Robin Wall,author.; Gray Smith, Monique,1968-author.; Kimmerer, Robin Wall.Braiding sweetgrass.; Neidhardt, Nicole,illustrator.; Adaptation of (work):Kimmerer, Robin Wall.Braiding sweetgrass.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer's best-selling book Braiding Sweetgrass is adapted for a young adult audience by children's author Monique Gray Smith, bringing Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the lessons of plant life to a new generation"--Ages 12-18.Grades 7-9.
Subjects: Biographies.; Kimmerer, Robin Wall; Botany; Ethnoecology; Human ecology; Human-plant relationships; Nature; Philosophy of nature; Potawatomi; Indigenous philosophy; Potawatomi;
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The Serviceberry / by Kimmerer, Robin Wall.;
'The Serviceberry' is a bold and inspiring vision for how to orient our lives around gratitude, reciprocity, and community, based on the lessons of the natural world. Robin Wall Kimmerer is an enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. From the author of 'Braiding Sweetgrass'.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: NATURE / Essays; NATURE / Plants / General; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Indigenous Studies;
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The dream catcher [videorecording] / by Reality Media.; Visual Education Centre.;
The Anishinaabe people of Manitoulin Island, known by others as the Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi have a rich culture of storytelling. The Anishinaabe history and tradition has been passed down from generation to generation by respected and cherished elders who shared the stories they learned from their elders. The Anishinaabe people are master storytellers and believe in sharing these ancient and beautiful stories about their culture and history. We are honoured to share this long-established tradition with you and invite you to watch, listen and read along with James Panamick as he shares an Anishinaabe story about how his people were given the gift and teaching of the Dream Catcher. This beautiful story about living with Mother Nature and respect for all is as relevant today as it has ever been. Most people have seen a dream catcher. Few, however, know the traditional story and origin.G.DVD.
Subjects: Children's films.; Dreamcatchers.; Indian mythology.; Indians of North America; Ojibwa Indians; Video recordings for children.;
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