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Treaty Words: For As Long As the Rivers Flow
By Aimée Craft, Luke Swinson. 2021
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Parenting, Indigenous peoples in Canada, Indigenous peoples
Human-narrated audio, Human-transcribed braille
The first treaty that was made was between the earth and the sky. It was an agreement to work together.…
We build all of our treaties on that original treaty. On the banks of the river that have been Mishomis’s home his whole life, he teaches his granddaughter to listen—to hear both the sounds and the silences, and so to learn her place in Creation. Most importantly, he teaches her about treaties—the bonds of reciprocity and renewal that endure for as long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the rivers flow. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations by Luke Swinson and an author’s note at the end, Aimée Craft affirms the importance of understanding an Indigenous perspective on treaties in this evocative book that is essential for readers of all ages.
Dig deep: connecting archaeology, oceans and us (Orca footprints #25)
By Nicole F Smith. 2023
DAISY audio (Direct to player), DAISY audio (Zip)
Science and technology, Travel and geography, Environment, Nature, History, Indigenous peoples in Canada, Dinosaurs, Customs and cultures, Archaeology, Social issues
Human-narrated audio
"This nonfiction book introduces middle-grade readers to marine archaeology. Illustrated with photographs throughout, in this book young people will discover…
how understanding our ancient ancestors' relationships with the ocean can help the planet today and in the future." -- Provided by publisher
Braiding sweetgrass for young adults: Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of plants
By Robin Wall Kimmerer. 2023
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Indigenous peoples in Canada
Human-narrated audio
Drawing from her experiences as an Indigenous scientist, botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer demonstrated how all living things—from strawberries and witch…
hazel to water lilies and lichen—provide us with gifts and lessons every day in her bestselling book Braiding Sweetgrass . Adapted for young adults by Monique Gray Smith, this new edition reinforces how wider ecological understanding stems from listening to the earth's oldest teachers: the plants around us. Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults brings Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the lessons of plant life to a new generation
The land knows me: a nature walk exploring Indigenous wisdom
By Leigh Joseph. 2025
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Indigenous peoples in Canada, Nature
Synthetic audio, Automated braille
"Through the Squamish language and cultural traditions, learn about Indigenous plant relationships and how we are all connected to nature…
through plant-based foods, medicines, and materials. The best way to learn about plants is through observing and interacting with living examples. Join Held by the Land author Leigh Joseph and her children in The Land Knows Me, an educational, hands-on journey to discover all the wonderful uses and gifts of the plants around us. Through the Indigenous traditions of Squamish culture you'll learn how to ground yourself on the land, how to introduce yourself in the Squamish language to your plant relatives, and the many teachings about plants, cultural stories, and learnings related to the flora seen on your walk. This essential and colorful introduction to Indigenous plant knowledge includes informative sidebars, reflection questions, and plant names in both Squamish and English so children can learn a new language. The Land Knows Me concludes with a 15 plant profile directory featuring detailed plant illustrations and kid-friendly botanical drawings to aid in learning about the many great uses for plants and the native history behind them. You'll meet plants like: Ḵwiĺayus (kw-ill-eye-os), Red-Flowering Currant, Ribes sanguineum, K'emeláý (k-em-ill-eye), Bigleaf Maple, Acer macrophyllum, Séliýaý (s-elle-ee-eye), Oregon Grape, Mahonia nervosa, Xápaýay (hey-pie-eye), Western Red Cedar, Thuja plicata, Kwe7úpaý (kw-oh-pa-eye), Pacific Crabapple, Malus fusca, And more! The directory also includes important safety and proper harvesting information for parents who are looking for more opportunities to educate and engage with kids while getting to know the secrets of the land around us. Including mindfulness activities, how-to crafts, and yummy treats, The Land Knows Me calls you back again and again to learn something new with each engaging read! Follow the stream, cross the field, and step into a forest full of rich, botanical diversity rooted in history and tradition"