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Indigenous Reads for Children

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A list of board books, picture books, and non-fiction books written by Indigenous authors.

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24 items

24 items

This Land Is A Lullaby

This Land Is A Lullaby

by Simpson, Tonya

Picture Book - 2024

A gentle picture-book lullaby in which the sounds of the land soothe an Indigenous child to sleep on a stormy summer night on the Prairies A gentle picture-book lullaby in which the sounds of the land soothe an Indigenous child to sleep on a stormy summer night on the Prairies Show less

A gentle picture-book lullaby in which the sounds of the land soothe an Indigenous child to sleep on a stormy summer night on the Prairies A gentle picture-book lullaby in which the sounds of the land soothe an Indigenous child to sleep on a stormy summer night on the Prairies Show less

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My Little Ogichidaa

My Little Ogichidaa

An Indigenous Lullaby

by Poll, Willie

Picture Book - 2024

Inspired by Indigenous motherhood. It invites readers to explore the compelling dreams and hopes of an Indigenous parent for her soon-to-be-born warrior. Inspired by Indigenous motherhood. It invites readers to explore the compelling dreams and hopes of an Indigenous parent for her soon-to-be-born warrior. Show less

Inspired by Indigenous motherhood. It invites readers to explore the compelling dreams and hopes of an Indigenous parent for her soon-to-be-born warrior. Inspired by Indigenous motherhood. It invites readers to explore the compelling dreams and hopes of an Indigenous parent for her soon-to-be-born warrior. Show less

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My Heart Fills With Happiness

My Heart Fills With Happiness

by Gray Smith, Monique

Board Book - 2016

This beautiful board book serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy. Screen reader support enabled. This beautiful board book serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy. Screen reader support enabled. Show less

This beautiful board book serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy. Screen reader support enabled. This beautiful board book serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy. Screen reader support enabled. Show less

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Auntie's Rez Surprise

Auntie's Rez Surprise

by O'Watch, Heather

Picture Book - 2023

Auntie always greets Cree in nēhiyawēwin when she comes for a visit. When Auntie arrives with a surprise gift hidden in her bag, Cree can't wait to discov...Show more Auntie always greets Cree in nēhiyawēwin when she comes for a visit. When Auntie arrives with a surprise gift hidden in her bag, Cree can't wait to discover what it is. The first clue? It's from the rez. As Cree tries to figure out what it might be, the bag starts to move! Show less

Auntie always greets Cree in nēhiyawēwin when she comes for a visit. When Auntie arrives with a surprise gift hidden in her bag, Cree can't wait to discov...Show more Auntie always greets Cree in nēhiyawēwin when she comes for a visit. When Auntie arrives with a surprise gift hidden in her bag, Cree can't wait to discover what it is. The first clue? It's from the rez. As Cree tries to figure out what it might be, the bag starts to move! Show less

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Little You

Little You

by Van Camp, Richard

Board Book - 2013

This board book for babies and toddlers celebrates the potential of every child. This board book for babies and toddlers celebrates the potential of every child. Show less

This board book for babies and toddlers celebrates the potential of every child. This board book for babies and toddlers celebrates the potential of every child. Show less

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Sweetest Kulu

Sweetest Kulu

by Kalluk, Celina

Picture Book - 2014

This story describes the gifts given to a newborn baby by all the animals of the Arctic. This story describes the gifts given to a newborn baby by all the animals of the Arctic. Show less

This story describes the gifts given to a newborn baby by all the animals of the Arctic. This story describes the gifts given to a newborn baby by all the animals of the Arctic. Show less

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A Family Tree

A Family Tree

by Drouillard, Staci Lola

Picture Book - 2024

Chronicles the changes brought upon a beloved family tree that must be uprooted and planted on new land. Chronicles the changes brought upon a beloved family tree that must be uprooted and planted on new land. Show less

Chronicles the changes brought upon a beloved family tree that must be uprooted and planted on new land. Chronicles the changes brought upon a beloved family tree that must be uprooted and planted on new land. Show less

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When We Were Alone

When We Were Alone

by Robertson, David

Picture Book - 2016

A young girl learns about life in a residential school through her grandmother's memories. A young girl learns about life in a residential school through her grandmother's memories. Show less

A young girl learns about life in a residential school through her grandmother's memories. A young girl learns about life in a residential school through her grandmother's memories. Show less

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Birdsong

Birdsong

by Flett, Julie

Picture Book - 2019

A young girl moves from her home by the sea, and she is lonely until she meets her neighbor, an elderly woman. As the seasons change and their friendship grows, the woman's health begins to fail. A young girl moves from her home by the sea, and she is lonely until she meets her neighbor, an elderly woman. As the seasons change and their friendship grows, the woman's health begins to fail. Show less

A young girl moves from her home by the sea, and she is lonely until she meets her neighbor, an elderly woman. As the seasons change and their friendship grows, the woman's health begins to fail. A young girl moves from her home by the sea, and she is lonely until she meets her neighbor, an elderly woman. As the seasons change and their friendship grows, the woman's health begins to fail. Show less

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We All Play

We All Play

Kimêtawânaw

by Flett, Julie

Picture Book - 2021

This picture book, with gorgeous images and sweet simple text, is a marvelous celebration of the interconnectedness of all creatures, and includes some Cree phrases. This picture book, with gorgeous images and sweet simple text, is a marvelous celebration of the interconnectedness of all creatures, and includes some Cree phrases. Show less

This picture book, with gorgeous images and sweet simple text, is a marvelous celebration of the interconnectedness of all creatures, and includes some Cree phrases. This picture book, with gorgeous images and sweet simple text, is a marvelous celebration of the interconnectedness of all creatures, and includes some Cree phrases. Show less

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Powwow Day

Powwow Day

by Sorell, Traci

Picture Book - 2022

Because she has been very ill and weak, River cannot join in the dancing at this year's tribal powwow. She can only watch from the sidelines as her sister...Show more Because she has been very ill and weak, River cannot join in the dancing at this year's tribal powwow. She can only watch from the sidelines as her sisters and cousins dance the celebration -- but, as the drum beats, she finds the faith to believe that she will recover and dance again. Show less

Because she has been very ill and weak, River cannot join in the dancing at this year's tribal powwow. She can only watch from the sidelines as her sister...Show more Because she has been very ill and weak, River cannot join in the dancing at this year's tribal powwow. She can only watch from the sidelines as her sisters and cousins dance the celebration -- but, as the drum beats, she finds the faith to believe that she will recover and dance again. Show less

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The Pencil

The Pencil

by Avingaq, Susan

Picture Book - 2018

Based on the author's childhood memories of growing up in an iglu, this story introduces young readers to the idea of using things wisely. Based on the author's childhood memories of growing up in an iglu, this story introduces young readers to the idea of using things wisely. Show less

Based on the author's childhood memories of growing up in an iglu, this story introduces young readers to the idea of using things wisely. Based on the author's childhood memories of growing up in an iglu, this story introduces young readers to the idea of using things wisely. Show less

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I Am Not A Number

I Am Not A Number

by Dupuis, Jenny Kay

Picture Book - 2016

At the residential school, Irene is separated from her brothers; she is confused, frightened, and terribly homesick. She tries to remember who she is and where she came from, despite the efforts of the nuns who are in charge at the school. At the residential school, Irene is separated from her brothers; she is confused, frightened, and terribly homesick. She tries to remember who she is and where she came from, despite the efforts of the nuns who are in charge at the school. Show less

At the residential school, Irene is separated from her brothers; she is confused, frightened, and terribly homesick. She tries to remember who she is and where she came from, despite the efforts of the nuns who are in charge at the school. At the residential school, Irene is separated from her brothers; she is confused, frightened, and terribly homesick. She tries to remember who she is and where she came from, despite the efforts of the nuns who are in charge at the school. Show less

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Stand Like A Cedar

Stand Like A Cedar

by Campbell, Nicola I.

Picture Book - 2020

A child and her family members explore and enjoy the West Coast landscape, where they encounter various animals who share their names in Nłe7kepmxcín or Halq'emeylem. A child and her family members explore and enjoy the West Coast landscape, where they encounter various animals who share their names in Nłe7kepmxcín or Halq'emeylem. Show less

A child and her family members explore and enjoy the West Coast landscape, where they encounter various animals who share their names in Nłe7kepmxcín or Halq'emeylem. A child and her family members explore and enjoy the West Coast landscape, where they encounter various animals who share their names in Nłe7kepmxcín or Halq'emeylem. Show less

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Noodin's Perfect Day

Noodin's Perfect Day

by Simpson, Ansley

Picture Book - 2022

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Shi-shi-etko

Shi-shi-etko

by Campbell, Nicola I.

Picture Book - 2005

This book brings a terrible part of Canada's history, the residential school system, to light in a way that children can learn from and relate to. This book brings a terrible part of Canada's history, the residential school system, to light in a way that children can learn from and relate to. Show less

This book brings a terrible part of Canada's history, the residential school system, to light in a way that children can learn from and relate to. This book brings a terrible part of Canada's history, the residential school system, to light in a way that children can learn from and relate to. Show less

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What's My Superpower?

What's My Superpower?

by Johnston, Aviaq

Picture Book - 2017

Nalvana feels like she is the only kid in town without a superpower. But then her mom shows Nalvana that her superpower was right in front of her all along. Nalvana feels like she is the only kid in town without a superpower. But then her mom shows Nalvana that her superpower was right in front of her all along. Show less

Nalvana feels like she is the only kid in town without a superpower. But then her mom shows Nalvana that her superpower was right in front of her all along. Nalvana feels like she is the only kid in town without a superpower. But then her mom shows Nalvana that her superpower was right in front of her all along. Show less

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We Are Water Protectors

We Are Water Protectors

by Lindstrom, Carole

Picture Book - 2020

When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth and poision her people's water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource. When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth and poision her people's water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource. Show less

When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth and poision her people's water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource. When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth and poision her people's water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource. Show less

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Stolen Words

Stolen Words

by Florence, Melanie

Picture Book - 2017

A look at the intergenerational impact of Canada's residential school system that separated Indigenous children from their families and the beautiful, healing relationship between a little girl and her grandfather. A look at the intergenerational impact of Canada's residential school system that separated Indigenous children from their families and the beautiful, healing relationship between a little girl and her grandfather. Show less

A look at the intergenerational impact of Canada's residential school system that separated Indigenous children from their families and the beautiful, healing relationship between a little girl and her grandfather. A look at the intergenerational impact of Canada's residential school system that separated Indigenous children from their families and the beautiful, healing relationship between a little girl and her grandfather. Show less

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Sometimes I Feel Like A Fox

Sometimes I Feel Like A Fox

by Daniel, Danielle

Picture Book - 2015

Different animals including a bear, a turtle, and a fox serve as totems to represent how twelve different individuals feel. Different animals including a bear, a turtle, and a fox serve as totems to represent how twelve different individuals feel. Show less

Different animals including a bear, a turtle, and a fox serve as totems to represent how twelve different individuals feel. Different animals including a bear, a turtle, and a fox serve as totems to represent how twelve different individuals feel. Show less

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The Delta Is My Home

The Delta Is My Home

Ehdiitat Shanankat T'agoonch'uu = Uvanga Nunatarmuitmi Aimayuaqtunga

by McLeod, T. S.

Book - 2008

Tom McLeod is an eleven-year-old boy from Aklavik who is a gifted storyteller heard frequently on CBC Radio North. He is of mixed cultural heritage-Gwich'in and Inuvialuit. Tom McLeod is an eleven-year-old boy from Aklavik who is a gifted storyteller heard frequently on CBC Radio North. He is of mixed cultural heritage-Gwich'in and Inuvialuit. Show less

Tom McLeod is an eleven-year-old boy from Aklavik who is a gifted storyteller heard frequently on CBC Radio North. He is of mixed cultural heritage-Gwich'in and Inuvialuit. Tom McLeod is an eleven-year-old boy from Aklavik who is a gifted storyteller heard frequently on CBC Radio North. He is of mixed cultural heritage-Gwich'in and Inuvialuit. Show less

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Speaking Our Truth

Speaking Our Truth

A Journey of Reconciliation

by Gray Smith, Monique

Book - 2017

In this non-fiction book, Tom tells us why his home in the Mackenzie Delta is a special place and why he loves to live on the land. In this non-fiction book, Tom tells us why his home in the Mackenzie Delta is a special place and why he loves to live on the land. Show less

In this non-fiction book, Tom tells us why his home in the Mackenzie Delta is a special place and why he loves to live on the land. In this non-fiction book, Tom tells us why his home in the Mackenzie Delta is a special place and why he loves to live on the land. Show less

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Residential Schools

Residential Schools

The Devastating Impact on Canada's Indigenous Peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Findings and Calls for Action

by Florence, Melanie

Book - 2016

This book outlines the history and impact of Canada's residential schools and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's ninety-four calls to action. Includes links to video clips and other online resources. This book outlines the history and impact of Canada's residential schools and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's ninety-four calls to action. Includes links to video clips and other online resources. Show less

This book outlines the history and impact of Canada's residential schools and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's ninety-four calls to action. Includes links to video clips and other online resources. This book outlines the history and impact of Canada's residential schools and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's ninety-four calls to action. Includes links to video clips and other online resources. Show less

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Come and Learn With Me

Come and Learn With Me

Éwo, Seh Kédidih

by Jumbo, Sheyenne

Book - 2009

Nine-year-old Sheyenne lives in Sambaa K'e, Northwest Territories-that's Trout Lake in English. Come learn with her as she takes you on a journey to her community in the fall, the season of moose. Nine-year-old Sheyenne lives in Sambaa K'e, Northwest Territories-that's Trout Lake in English. Come learn with her as she takes you on a journey to her community in the fall, the season of moose. Show less

Nine-year-old Sheyenne lives in Sambaa K'e, Northwest Territories-that's Trout Lake in English. Come learn with her as she takes you on a journey to her community in the fall, the season of moose. Nine-year-old Sheyenne lives in Sambaa K'e, Northwest Territories-that's Trout Lake in English. Come learn with her as she takes you on a journey to her community in the fall, the season of moose. Show less

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