Land-Based Learning Books at DLC (Single Copies)
BC First Nations Land, Title, and Governance Teacher Resource Guide by
The BC First Nations Land, Title, and Governance Teacher Resource Guide is intended to provide support for teachers and students in all BC schools, including First Nations, public, and independent schools, to gain an understanding of traditional and contemporary forms of First Nations governance. It provides background information relevant to all teachers and students, and provides suggested activities and resources for Grades 2 to 12.
https://www.fnesc.ca/governance-2/
Publication Date: 2019-01-01
Little White Cabin by
A touching story of befriending a local Elder and learning from him.
ISBN: 0921827261Publication Date: 1992-01-01
Dakelh Ways of Knowing: Foraging, Elementary
This kit is rooted in the Dakelh Holistic Lifelong Learning Model. It was designed to support the collaboration of teachers, students, Indigenous Education Worker and community to go out on the land and experience traditional Lheidli harvesting and foraging practices. It was not designed for a teacher to do without the assistance of an IEW or other knowledge keeper, unless that teacher is themselves a knowledge keeper of these traditional practices. There is an additional field trip kit with supplies to take out on the land with your class. PLEASE CALL THE DLC TO BOOK THE KIT TO ARRIVE ON THE LAST WEEK OF BORROWING THE FORAGING KIT.
Suitability: Grade K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Subjects: Science, Social Studies, Indigenous Studies, Physical Education, Core Competencies.
19 books (some multiple copies of the same title), 1 "The Warmth of Love : the four seasons of Sophie Thomas" DVD, 5 sets ISPARC Physical Literacy cards (45 cards/set), 1 "Land-based etiquette, protocol and values for harvesting and foraging" sheet.
Backpack Explorer: on the Nature Trail by
Gold Mom's Choice Award Winner Jump-start curiosity with this take-along field guide for children ages 4 to 8. From worms, birds, and spiders to trees, flowers, and clouds, young explorers learn what to look and listen for wherever they are -- whether in a nature preserve, an urban park, or a suburban backyard. Seek-and-find lists, on-the-trail art projects, and discovery games get kids engaged in hands-on learning about nature, and a real pull-out magnifying glass helps them get a close-up glimpse of leaf veins, seed pods, and tiny insects. Filled with activities, checklists, and stickers, this interactive nature guide belongs in every kid's backpack. Now nature-curious kids can play and learn with the companion Backpack Explorer online game!
ISBN: 9781635861976Publication Date: 2018-11-27Berries of the Dakelh Territory by Wild berries grow almost everywhere. Some wild berries are good to eat while others will make you sick. It is important to know if a berry is safe to eat before you pop it into your mouth! What kinds of berries have you eaten?
ISBN: 9781771743235Publication Date: 2018-09-27
Busy Spring: Nature Wakes Up by
In this uplifting picture book about spring, follow two children and their father through their backyard as they discover all the different ways nature wakes up from its long winter sleep.
Spot the busy creatures and plants as the tale unfolds, then learn about how each responds to the increasing daylight and warmth that usher in the season.
Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex Morss (ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer an inviting introduction to the science behind spring. The yard is bright, birds are singing, the bees are buzzing, and there are tadpoles in the pond! What is all the commotion about?
In each colorful scene, the family discovers a different sign of spring—a bird collecting twigs for its nest, a fox snuggling her cubs, a caterpillar feasting on leaves… After the story, annotated illustrations explain the spring behaviors of various plants and animals.
Inspire an appreciation for the natural world in this joyous exploration of spring.
ISBN: 9780711255395Publication Date: 2021-03-16Fall in Saik'uz by Come north to Saik’uz (sigh-kuz) located within the Dakelh (dah-kay-lth) Territory and see the leaves turn colour in fall! What is something that you love about fall? (Written in CarrIer, English and French)
ISBN: 9781771743266Publication Date: 2018-09-27
Foraging with Kids by
A fun, informative and practical introduction to safely foraging with kids, from the UK's bestselling foraging author. In today's world of increasingly sedentary lifestyles and a growing detachment from the food that we eat, it has never been more important to encourage children to put down their screens, get outside and engage with the natural world around them.Foraging with Kidsis a fun, practical book for parents to work through with their children that encourages families to interact with their environment and gain knowledge and practical understanding of the natural world through exploration and play. The projects are based around 50 easy-to-identify plants that are abundant in parks, forests and hedgerows worldwide, making the challenge of discovering functional flora just as achievable to those who live in the city as in the countryside. Once they have foraged their plants, children will be amazed by the diverse practical uses that they can set them to; from making soap from conkers or setting a delicious egg-free custard with plantain, to stopping minor cuts from bleeding with hedge woundwort. Children will take great pride in seeing their gatherings forming part of the family meal and parents will be amazed at how even the most vegetable-averse child will develop an enthusiastic appetite for a meal that they have contributed to. Illustrated throughout with beautiful hand drawings and with essential information on plant facts and identification, as well as a diverse range of engaging, practical projects that the whole family will want to get involved with, this is the perfect book for anyone who wants the children under their care to get outside, connect with nature and have a lot of fun in the process.
ISBN: 9781786781635Publication Date: 2018-09-18
Healing Plants by
Healing Plants helps young readers find the answers to questions and learn about the incredible health benefits of plants, from aloe vera to quinine. Call-outs throughout the book prompt inquiry and critical thinking skills by asking questions and inviting readers to looks closely at the photographs and diagrams.
ISBN: 9781631880377Publication Date: 2014-08-01
Lessons from Mother Earth by
Tess has visited her grandmother many times without really being aware of the garden. But today they step outside the door and Tess learns that all of nature can be a garden. And if you take care of the plants that are growing, if you learn about them -- understanding when they flower, when they give fruit, and when to leave them alone -- you will always find something to nourish you. This gentle story demonstrates the First Nations' tradition of taking care of Mother Earth.
ISBN: 9780888998323Publication Date: 2010-04-01
Medicines to Help Us: Traditional Métis Plant Use by
Based on Métis artist Christi Belcourt’s painting “Medicines to Help Us,” this innovative and vibrant resource honours the centuries-old healing traditions of Métis women. For this stunning set of twenty-seven gallery-quality prints and accompanying companion booklet, Christi Belcourt fuses her evocative artwork with Indigenous Traditional Knowledge and Western Science. With contributions from Métis Elders Rose Richardson and Olive Whitford, as well as key Michif phrases and terminology, Medicines to Help Us is the most accessible resource relating to Métis healing traditions produced to date.
ISBN: 9780920915790Publication Date: 2007-01-01Our Traditional Medicines by Kwakwaka’wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) people believe that our human spirit must be taken care of. We have medicines for taking care of our body, mind, emotions, and spirit. What do you do to take care of yourself?
ISBN: 9781771743099Publication Date: 2018-09-27
Plants and Medicines of Sophie Thomas by
Based on the Traditional Knowledge of
Sophie Thomas, Sai'kuz Elder and Healer. The information contained in this book is only a small part of the knowledge used by Sophie Thomas as a Healer. This book is not a guide to the preparation or prescription of medicines, ... the book is a compilation of traditional Aboriginal information and scientific description of some of the medicinal plants and medicines collected and prepared by Sophie Thomas. Plant Descriptions - A general description of the plant, information on the leaves, flowers,and fruits and a description of the habitat in which the plant lives are provided in the section on botanical description. The section on traditional knowledge includes identification of the part of the plant used for medicine, the time of year the plant is collected for medicine, how the medicine is prepared, and what conditions or ailments are treated with that medicine, as conveyed by Sophie. Photographs are included as an aid to identification of each plant and the part of the plant that is used for medicinal purposes. A summary table of Sophie's medicines and their uses, a glossary of terms, and further readings, are provided for easy reference near the end of the book.
Publication Date: 2002-01-01Summer in Saik'uz by Come north to Saik’uz (sigh-kuz) located within the Dakelh (dah-kay-lth) Territory and see the berries and animals! What is something that you love about summer? (Written in CarrIer, English and French)
ISBN: 9781771743280Publication Date: 2018-09-27Traditional Berry Picking by Kwakwaka’wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) people harvest many types of berries. We are careful to take care of our berries in the forest. What do you take care of in the forest?
ISBN: 9781771743136Publication Date: 2018-09-27Winter in Saik'uz by Come north to Saik’uz (sigh-kuz) located within the Dakelh (dah-kay-lth) Territory and see what happens on cold winter days! What is something that you love about winter? (Written in CarrIer, English and French)
ISBN: 9781771743297Publication Date: 2018-09-27
Dakelh Ways of Knowing: Foraging Field Trip Equipment
This equipment kit accompanies the Dakelh ways of knowing : foraging kits available at the DLC. There are two different foraging kits, focusing on elementary and secondary. The kits are rooted in the Dakelh Holistic Lifelong Learning Model. They are designed to support the collaboration of teachers, students, Indigenous Education Worker and community to go out on the land and experience traditional Lheidli harvesting and foraging practices. It was not designed for a teacher to do without the assistance of an IEW or other knowledge keeper, unless that teacher is themselves a knowledge keeper of these traditional practices.
Suitability: Grade K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Subjects: Science, Social Studies, Indigenous Studies, Physical Education, Core Competencies.
15 student backpacks (includes Dakelh nature cards [9], 1 small clipboard), teacher backpack with attached bear bell, denim equipment bag (1 whistle, 1 garden trowel, 1 Kitchen Aid peeler, 1 Yardwords pruning sheers, 1 Fiscars produce knife, 1 pair work gloves), 15 baggies, 15 paper bags for students, 1 "Land-based etiquette, protocol and values for harvesting and foraging" sheet.
Additional Supplies Needed: School First Aid Kit, Felt pens, Paper, Drum + Drummer (IEW). NOTE: Do not return the baggies or paper bags. They will be resupplied at the DLC.
A Sense of Place: Rivers, Grade 6-7
How do we exist on and honour the land we call home? We live on the confluence of two rivers, ones we must care for and respect as a central part of our lives, economy and community. In Dakelh the idea of Keyoh is the land on which we have responsibility and is often accompanied by the idea that to be in charge of that land means to walk it, know it and tell stories of it. This kit is designed to help connect ourselves with the rivers we live on through a multimodal approach. This kit was designed to be used with a woodworking project carving paddles, going out to the river and exploring and discussing how the rivers nurtures and feeds our environment.
Suitability: Grade 6, 7.
Subjects: Applied Design Skills and Technology, Science, Socials, Language Arts, Indigenous Studies.
10 books (2 copies of A Sense of Place), 2 duotangs.
The Canoe He Called Loo Taas by Loo Taas is the amazing 50-foot canoe designed by legendary artist Bill Reid, and carved by members of the Haida community. Her name means "Wave Eater." This is the story of how she came to be through the eyes of the designer's daughter. This is the story of Loo Taas.
ISBN: 9780991678204Publication Date: 2010-04-01
i? siwɬkw nkwancinəm k'əl suli? / The Water Sings to Suli? by
i? siwɬkw nkwancinəm k'əl suli? / The Water Sings to Suli? is an original story with a universal message, shedding light on the importance of water as a living entity. The story features a young girl named suliʔ, who hears the song of the water calling for her while playing outside. suliʔ ventures out of her yard and into the forest. Along the way she meets an unexpected magic water child. The water child entrusts suliʔ with an important message to share with the world.
ISBN: 9781926886671Publication Date: 2021-01-26I Am the Elwha by I am the Elwha, rushing down to the sea. I am the Elwha, wild and free.” The Elwha River flows 72 kilometres (45 miles) from its source in the Olympic Mountains to the Strait of Juan de Fuca in the Pacific Northwest. Uniquely, it hosts all six salmon species (Pink, Chinook, Coho, Sockeye, Steelhead, and Chum) as well as several species of trout. In 1911 two dams were built on the river. The dams blocked the migration routes of the salmon and dramatically altered the entire river ecosystem for 100 years. In 2012 the dams were decommissioned and the world’s largest dam removal and habitat restoration project began. In this lyrical and beautifully illustrated book, the author chronicles the history of the Elwha. Narrated by the powerful voices of plants and animals that inhabit the river ecosystem, the dam builder, a worker, and the river itself, this story celebrates the ongoing rewilding of this special environment and offers a welcome to all of the creatures who are coming home.
ISBN: 9781771744744Publication Date: 2020-01-01
Math First Peoples Teacher Resource Guide: Elementary & Secondary by
The Math First Peoples Teacher Resource Guide (2020) is designed for teachers of Mathematics in British Columbia. It has been developed by the First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC), supported by the BC Ministry of Education and it is grounded in the view that increased student success can be achieved through adjustments in pedagogy and approach that make mathematics feel more inclusive and engaging. Development of this resource has been guided by the recognition that
teaching and learning with respect to First Peoples in British Columbia’s school systems should be based on authentic knowledge and understanding, as articulated by Elders, educators, and other content experts from within British Columbia’s First Nations and Métis communities
decisions affecting teaching and learning with respect to First Peoples in British Columbia’s school systems should take appropriate account of the advice of community leaders from within the province’s First Nations and Métis communities
while commonalities exist, First Peoples’ cultures within BC are extraordinarily diverse.
The 2020 revision of this document also supports implementation of the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, specifically the call to “integrate Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods into classrooms” (clause 62) and “build student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect” (clause 63).
Publication Date: 2020-01-01
Science First Peoples Teacher Resource Guide: Grades 5 to 9 by
The FNESC/FNSA Science First Peoples (5-9) Teacher Resource Guide provides educators with resources to support the integration of the rich body of First Peoples (unappropriated) knowledge and perspectives into Science, and other curricular areas.
The guide includes background information on how First Peoples’ perspectives in science can be recognized and included in science inquiry. It also offers curriculum planning suggestions, and provides examples of fully developed multi-grade thematic units that correspond with the BC curriculum.
While is focuses on grades 5 to 9, it can also be applied to other grade levels and be used in conjunction with the Science First Peoples Teacher Resource Guide (SECONDARY) (2019).
It is recognized that the wealth of First Peoples’ science knowledge is held by communities. The guide can be used in conjunction with locally based resources that are developed by or in collaboration with, local communities.
Publication Date: 2016-01-01
A Sense of Place by
A spectacular overview of one of the most highly acclaimed art collections on the West Coast, which greets travellers at YVR as they journey between land, sea, and sky.Vancouver International Airport, known for its modern design and expansive topography, offers an impressive visual display of award-winning art and architecture. Each terminal building represents the culture heritage, natural beauty, and iconic experiences that embody British Columbia, and the artwork exhibited throughout plays an integral role in telling those stories. Revered in particular for its focus on Pacific Coast Native art, the collection is presented in the thematic groupings of land, sea, and sky - three realms that intersect at YVR.In YVR, art historian and critic Robin Laurence will examine the commissioning of dozens of striking artworks as a response to the airport's overall architectural and design plan, and particularly as a reflection of the cultural heritage and natural environment identified with the province of British Columbia. Among the highlights of the collection are monumental sculptures by leading Northwest Coast First Nations artists including Susan A. Point (Coast Salish), Robert Davidson (Haida), Dempsey Bob (Tahltan-Tlingit), Richard Hunt (Kwakwaka-wakw), Lyle Wilson (Haisla), Joe David (Nuu-chah-nulth), Connie Watts (Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka-wakw and Gitxsan), and the late Bill Reid, famed for The Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade Canoe. Their art both welcomes and bids farewell to the millions of travellers who make their way through YVR each year.
ISBN: 9781927958261Publication Date: 2015-12-22
Skɬp’lk’mitkw / Water Changeling by
skɬp’lk’mitkw / Water Changelingis the story of the natural water cycle from a Syilx traditional ecological knowledge perspective. The story features a water girl named skɬp'lk'mitkw who longs to visit with her grandparents. She receives help from newfound friends who change her into rain, hail and snow so she can reach her grandparents.
ISBN: 9781926886664Publication Date: 2021-01-26
The Water Walker by
The story of a determined Ojibwe Grandmother (Nokomis) Josephine-ba Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). Nokomis walks to raise awareness of our need to protect Nibi for future generations, and for all life on the planet. She, along with other women, men, and youth, have walked around all the Great Lakes from the four salt waters, or oceans, to Lake Superior. The walks are full of challenges, and by her example Josephine-ba invites us all to take up our responsibility to protect our water, the giver of life, and to protect our planet for all generations.
ISBN: 9781772600384Publication Date: 2017-09-05
We Are Water Protectors by
Winner of the 2021 Caldecott Medal #1 New York Times Bestseller Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth's water from harm and corruption--a bold and lyrical picture book written by Carole Lindstrom and vibrantly illustrated by Michaela Goade. Water is the first medicine. It affects and connects us all . . . When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth And poison her people's water, one young water protector Takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource.
ISBN: 9781250203557Publication Date: 2020-03-17
Animal Tracks and Traces, Grade K-7
Learn about animals and the tracks and traces they leave behind with this kit. Featuring replicas of tracks and scat, field guides, a poster of local animals in Dakelh, English and French and digital lessons available.
Suitability: Grade K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Subjects: Science, Social Studies.
1 Animal tracks & signs ground sheet (90 x 60 inches), 2 duotangs (#1 Tracks activity, #2 Tracks and tracking powerpoint), 1 envelope (Posters for tracks activity), 1 Animals tracks & signs lesson plan on ring (5 laminated sheets), 8 Animal tracks & signs information cards laminated on ring, 1 Animal tracks pamphlet, 1 Animal & tracks in English/Dakelh/French sheet, 13 silicone track and sign replicas (Coyote track (2), Mule deer tracks (2), Red squirrel track, Snowshoe hare track (2), Barred owl track, Crow track, Coyote scat, Mule deer scat, Squirrel scat, Mouse scat), 1 outdoor learning backpack.
Dakelh Ways of Knowing: Foraging, Secondary
This kit is rooted in the Dakelh Holistic Lifelong Learning Model. It was designed to support the collaboration of teachers, students, Indigenous Education Worker and community to go out on the land and experience traditional Lheidli harvesting and foraging practices. It was not designed for a teacher to do without the assistance of an IEW or other knowledge keeper, unless that teacher is themselves a knowledge keeper of these traditional practices. There is an additional field trip kit with supplies to take out on the land with your class. PLEASE CALL THE DLC TO BOOK THE KIT TO ARRIVE ON THE LAST WEEK OF BORROWING THE FORAGING KIT.
Suitability: Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects: Science, Social Studies, Indigenous Studies, Physical Education, Core Competencies.
10 books, 5 sets ISPARC Physical Literacy cards (45 cards/set), 1 "Land-based etiquette, protocol and values for harvesting and foraging" sheet.
Aboriginal Plant Use in Canada's Northwest Boreal Forest by
This handbook describes the traditional uses by aboriginal people ofmore than 200 different plants from Canada's boreal forest. It isthe result of original ethnobotanical fieldwork in 29 communitiesacross the boreal forest region of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.Natural resources of the boreal forest have always been essential tothe dietary, medical, economic, and spiritual well-being of FirstNations people, but until now much of their traditional environmentalknowledge has remained unrecorded and at risk of being lost. To compile this book the authors, along with seven other FirstNation trainees, five Métis trainees, and four other botany students,learned how to collect voucher plant specimens and record traditionalknowledge about the use of plants for medicine, handicrafts,technology, and ritual practices. Over 100 elders contributedinformation that they felt should be shared among communities. The entries and accompanying photographs are arranged according tothe plant family and include information on physical descriptions,habitat, uses for food, technology, medicine, and potential economicuse. The book also includes an explanation of the research approach, aliterature review, and an overview of the ecological and culturalbackground of the area.
ISBN: 9780660198699Publication Date: 2000-05-01The Boreal Herbal by The Boreal Herbal: Wild Food and Medicine Plants of the North is an indispensable guide to identifying and using northern North American (and in many cases European and Asian) plants for food and medicine. Whether you're hiking in remote areas or gardening in your backyard, this easy-to-use handbook will help you recognize and use fifty-five common wild plants that have extraordinary healing properties. With The Boreal Herbal by your side you will learn how to soothe aches and pains with willow, staunch a bleeding wound with yarrow, treat a urinary-tract infection using bearberry, and create a delicate and moisturizing wild-rose skin cream. Author Beverley Gray has also included dozens of healthy and delicious recipes, including Wild-Weed Spanakopita, Dandelion Wine, and Cranberry-Mint Muffins. The Boreal Herbal features: Profiles of 55 herbs, berries and trees found in the northern boreal forest including data on habitat, harvest times, medicinal applications, food uses, cosmetic uses, and spiritual uses Full-colour photographs and botanical illustrations of each plant profiled in the book (and similar-looking plants) for easy identification Instruction on how to gather and preserve wild plants More than 200 recipes: teas, tinctures, powders, flower essences, topical treatments like salves and creams, beverages, jams and jellies, baked goods, soups, entrées, and more Safety tips for harvesting and using edible and medicinal wild plants, including information on calculating dosage and plant-specific cautions A resource section for people interested in starting up a non-timber forest-products business Botanical and medicinal glossaries, an index, and handy reference charts listing the plants' medicinal actions and vitamin contents Beverley Gray is a boreal herbalist, aromatherapist, natural-health practitioner, journalist, and an award-winning natural health-product formulator. She owns the Aroma Borealis Herb Shop in Whitehorse, Yukon.
ISBN: 9780986827105Publication Date: 2011-01-01
Edible & Medicinal Plants of the Northwest by
The edible and medicinal wild plants of the Northwest have a long history of traditional use, with some remarkable success stories. Hundreds or perhaps thousands of years’ experience with the nourishing and healing properties of indigenous plants have been passed down through generations of Native peoples. Today, some deadly diseases such as breast and ovarian cancers are treated with extracts from native plants. Many roots, flowers, leaves and stems can be eaten
raw or cooked, and some plants can even be made into beer. A surprising number of common local plants make tasty, nutritious treats
or relieve health troubles. Meet 66 of them in this amazing new book!
Chapters include information on trees, shrubs, wildfl owers, aquatic plants, horsetails, ferns and poisonous plants with lists of herapeutic plant uses and a medicinal glossary.
ISBN: 9780973981988Publication Date: 2014-06-15
Food Plants of Interior First Peoples by
Nancy Turner describes more than 150 plants traditionally harvested and eaten by First Peoples east of the Coast Mountains in British Columbia and northern Washington. Each description includes information on where to find the plant and a discussion on traditional methods of harvesting and preparation.
ISBN: 9780772658463Publication Date: 2007-11-22- Foraging with Kids by
A fun, informative and practical introduction to safely foraging with kids, from the UK's bestselling foraging author. In today's world of increasingly sedentary lifestyles and a growing detachment from the food that we eat, it has never been more important to encourage children to put down their screens, get outside and engage with the natural world around them.Foraging with Kidsis a fun, practical book for parents to work through with their children that encourages families to interact with their environment and gain knowledge and practical understanding of the natural world through exploration and play. The projects are based around 50 easy-to-identify plants that are abundant in parks, forests and hedgerows worldwide, making the challenge of discovering functional flora just as achievable to those who live in the city as in the countryside. Once they have foraged their plants, children will be amazed by the diverse practical uses that they can set them to; from making soap from conkers or setting a delicious egg-free custard with plantain, to stopping minor cuts from bleeding with hedge woundwort. Children will take great pride in seeing their gatherings forming part of the family meal and parents will be amazed at how even the most vegetable-averse child will develop an enthusiastic appetite for a meal that they have contributed to. Illustrated throughout with beautiful hand drawings and with essential information on plant facts and identification, as well as a diverse range of engaging, practical projects that the whole family will want to get involved with, this is the perfect book for anyone who wants the children under their care to get outside, connect with nature and have a lot of fun in the process.
ISBN: 9781786781635Publication Date: 2018-09-18
The Medicinal Gardening Handbook by
Dig into the world of herbal medicine with this complete guide to cultivating and harvesting plants with healing properties. For thousands of years people have been utilizing herbs and cultivating weeds found to speed the healing of wounds, soothe skin irritations, calm uneasy stomachs, and ward off illnesses. Now you can plan and grow your own garden first aid kit. In these pages, you'll learn the basics of gardening in your backyard--or on your windowsill or porch--including instructions for preparing soil, composting, and weeding. You'll then find detailed descriptions of the twelve most common, easy-to-grow, most useful healing herbs, with instructions for growing, harvesting, and utilizing them. These powerful plants include: * Garlic, which boosts immunity, reduces blood pressure, and combats cancer * Echinacea, which reduces inflammation, boosts immunity, and has antiviral properties * Yarrow, which accelerates the healing of wounds, is an anti-inflammatory, and can relieve PMS symptoms * Elderflower, which is an astringent and can relieve arthritis and soothe sore throats * Mint, which soothes digestive problems, sweetens breath, and can reduce fevers * Elecampane, a respiratory tonic with antibacterial and antifungal properties * And more!
ISBN: 9781629141954Publication Date: 2014-05-20- Medicines to Help Us: Traditional Métis Plant Use by
Based on Métis artist Christi Belcourt’s painting “Medicines to Help Us,” this innovative and vibrant resource honours the centuries-old healing traditions of Métis women. For this stunning set of twenty-seven gallery-quality prints and accompanying companion booklet, Christi Belcourt fuses her evocative artwork with Indigenous Traditional Knowledge and Western Science. With contributions from Métis Elders Rose Richardson and Olive Whitford, as well as key Michif phrases and terminology, Medicines to Help Us is the most accessible resource relating to Métis healing traditions produced to date.
ISBN: 9780920915790Publication Date: 2007-01-01
Native Plants, Native Healing by
Tis Mal Crow studied the medicinal use of plants and traditional native root doctoring techniques from childhood. He shared his knowledge and insights on how to gather herbs respectfully and use them to make tinctures, teas, liniments, oils, lotions and salves for medicinal use. Twenty-two Eastern Woodland plants are profiled and identified by their doctrine of signature, which ailments respond to their treatment, and what type of application works best. The importance of responsible harvesting is stressed, as a number of wild medicinal plants face extinction due to overharvesting.
ISBN: 9781570671050Publication Date: 2001-01-05- Plants and Medicines of Sophie Thomas by
Based on the Traditional Knowledge of
Sophie Thomas, Sai'kuz Elder and Healer. The information contained in this book is only a small part of the knowledge used by Sophie Thomas as a Healer. This book is not a guide to the preparation or prescription of medicines, ... the book is a compilation of traditional Aboriginal information and scientific description of some of the medicinal plants and medicines collected and prepared by Sophie Thomas. Plant Descriptions - A general description of the plant, information on the leaves, flowers,and fruits and a description of the habitat in which the plant lives are provided in the section on botanical description. The section on traditional knowledge includes identification of the part of the plant used for medicine, the time of year the plant is collected for medicine, how the medicine is prepared, and what conditions or ailments are treated with that medicine, as conveyed by Sophie. Photographs are included as an aid to identification of each plant and the part of the plant that is used for medicinal purposes. A summary table of Sophie's medicines and their uses, a glossary of terms, and further readings, are provided for easy reference near the end of the book.
Publication Date: 2002-01-01
Plants of Northern British Columbia by
More than 500 species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses, ferns, mosses and lichens are illustrated and described. Revised and substantially updated, this comprehensive and accessible guide to a region rich in plant life includes new photographs and native uses of plants.
ISBN: 9781774510971Publication Date: 2021-09-01
Land As Our Teacher: Changing Engagement for Indigenous Learners
This kit is designed to complement the Changing Engagement for Indigenous Leaners learning series. Identity is a huge part of culture and self-esteem. One of the major areas that research has shown has been most affected in Indigenous Learners is identity. Reaffirming traditional identity and knowledge can help students reconnect with who they are, help them become more engaged in their learning and recognize themselves as powerful learners.
Suitability: Grade 4, 5, 6, 7.
Subjects: Social Studies, English Language Arts, Core Competencies.
11 books.
Being the Change by
Topics such as race, gender, politics, religion, andsexualityare part of our students' lives, yet when these subjects are brought up at school teachers often struggle with how to respond. How do we create learning conditions where kids can ask the questions they want to ask, muddle through how to say the things they are thinking, and have tough conversations? How can we be proactive and take steps to engaging in the types of conversations where risk is high but the payoff could be even greater? Being the Changeis based on the idea that people can develop skills and habits to serve them in the comprehension of social issues. Sara K. Ahmed identifies and unpacks the skills of social comprehension, providing teachers with tools and activities that help students make sense of themselves and the world as they navigate relevant topics in today's society. Each chapter includes clear, transferrable lessons and practical strategies that help students learn about a targeted social comprehension concept. From exploring identity and diversity to understanding and addressing biases and microaggressions, Sara demonstrates how to address real issues honestly in the classroom while honoring and empowering students. Dealing with social issues is uncomfortable and often messy, but you can build habitats of trust where kids and adults can make their thinking visible and cultivate empathy; where expression, identity, and social literacy matter. There is no magic formula for making the world a better place. It happens in the moments we embrace discomfort and have candid conversations. **** "I am convinced that every class of kids I work with is filled with change agents who will make this world the one we teach toward. I believe that my students will carry the work of doing right by this world into their own lives. I'll bet you believe this about your kids, too." --Sara K. Ahmed
ISBN: 9780325099705Publication Date: 2018-03-22
A Day with Yayah by
Set in the Okanagon, BC, a First Nations family goes on an outing to forage for herbs and mushrooms. Grandmother passes down her knowledge of plant life to her young grandchildren.
ISBN: 9781926890098Publication Date: 2017-10-03
The Family Book by
This beloved classic celebrating all kinds of families is a perfect entry into the world of New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr. With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible. Some families have two moms or two dads. Some families have one parent instead of two. Some families live in a house by themselves. Some families share a house with other families. All families can help each other be strong! The Family Book celebrates families and all the varieties they come in. Whether they're big or small, look alike or different, have a single parent or two, Todd Parr assures readers that every family is special in its own unique way. Bilingual edition, The Family Book / El libro de la familia, also available for purchase.
ISBN: 9780316070409Publication Date: 2010-05-01- Lessons from Mother Earth by
Tess has visited her grandmother many times without really being aware of the garden. But today they step outside the door and Tess learns that all of nature can be a garden. And if you take care of the plants that are growing, if you learn about them -- understanding when they flower, when they give fruit, and when to leave them alone -- you will always find something to nourish you. This gentle story demonstrates the First Nations' tradition of taking care of Mother Earth.
ISBN: 9780888998323Publication Date: 2010-04-01
Making a Whole Person: Traditional Inuit Education by
"Before schools were introduced to the Inuit, we were taught by our relatives."In this picture book, Monica Ittusardjuat shares how she learned knowledge and skills in a time before being taken to residential school. She describes how children learned through playing games, imitating grown-ups, and observing adults around them.
ISBN: 9781774502051Publication Date: 2020-09-15
Powerful Understanding by
Powerful Understandingexplores effective ways to build social emotional skills and help students make connections, question what they read, and reflect on their learning as they develop into stronger readers and learners. Strategic and critical thinking strategies revolve around core anchor books that help integrate thinking into everything you teach, from social responsibility, to immigration, to life cycles. This highly readable book includes a wealth of classroom examples and extensive hands-on activities designed to help students to think more deeply, learn more widely, and develop a more powerful understanding of what it means to be a responsible and compassionate person.
ISBN: 9781551383286Publication Date: 2018-02-09
The Salmon Run by
The Salmon Runfollows a salmon on his journey to return to the spawning grounds. Written and illuystrated by Clayton Gauthier, the debut book of talented artis and storyteller.
ISBN: 9781926886442Publication Date: 2016-11-01
Say Something! by
From the creator of the New York Times bestseller The Word Collector comes an empowering story about finding your voice, and using it to make the world a better place.A New York Times BestsellerThe world needs your voice. If you have a brilliant idea... say something! If you see an injustice... say something!In this empowering new picture book, beloved author Peter H. Reynolds explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. Each of us, each and every day, have the chance to say something: with our actions, our words, and our voices. Perfect for kid activists everywhere, this timely story reminds readers of the undeniable importance and power of their voice. There are so many ways to tell the world who you are... what you are thinking... and what you believe. And how you'll make it better. The time is now: SAY SOMETHING!"A motivational must-have for every collection." -- School Library Journal
ISBN: 9780545865036Publication Date: 2019-02-26
Thunder Boy Jr by
From New York Times bestselling author Sherman Alexie and Caldecott Honor winning Yuyi Morales comes a striking and beautifully illustrated picture book celebrating the special relationship between father and son. Thunder Boy Jr. wants a normal name...one that's all his own. Dad is known as big Thunder, but little thunder doesn't want to share a name. He wants a name that celebrates something cool he's done like Touch the Clouds, Not Afraid of Ten Thousand Teeth, or Full of Wonder. But just when Little Thunder thinks all hope is lost, dad picks the best name...Lightning! Their love will be loud and bright, and together they will light up the sky.
ISBN: 9780316013727Publication Date: 2016-05-10
Upstanders by
"Upstandersis about helping young people question the world, build knowledge, become skilled researchers, and communicate thoughtfully--in the service of humanity, not just themselves."Harvey "Smokey" Daniels and Sara Ahmed How can we meet today's elevated academic goals and engage middle school kids--but not simply replicate our competitive, winner-take-all society? How can our students achieve an even higher standard--demonstrating the capacity and the commitment to bend the world toward justice? In a word, inquiry. Welcome to the classroom of Sara Ahmed. With Smokey Daniels as your guide you'll see exactly how Sara uses inquiry to turn required curricular topics into questions so fascinating that young adolescents can't resist investigating them. Units so engaging that they provide all the complexity the standards could ever expect, while helping students grow from bystanders to Upstanders. Smokey and Sara describe precisely how to create, manage, and sustain a classroom built around choice, small-group collaboration, and critical thinking. You'll be inspired by what Sara's students accomplish, but you'll also come away from Upstanderswith a can-do plan for teaching your own classes thanks to: a developmental look at what makes middle school students special, challenging, and fun specific lessons that develop collaboration, self-awareness, and compassion a toolbox filled with teaching strategies, structures, tools, and handouts "Point-Outs" from Smokey that highlight key teaching moves "Game-Time Decisions" from Sara that reveal in-the-moment instructional choices narratives that document the incredible work that inquiry allows kids to do ambitious, engaging, and important units on commonly taught middle school themes. What kind of classroom do we want for our middle schoolers? How about one that develops the skills the standards demand and prepares kids to take action in the world right now? We can do it--if we help kids become Upstanders.
ISBN: 9780325053592Publication Date: 2014-11-03
You Hold Me Up by
Encourage children to show love and support for each other and to consider each other's well-being in their everyday actions. Consultant, international speaker and award-winning author Monique Gray Smith wrote You Hold Me Upto prompt a dialogue among young people, their care providers and educators about reconciliation and the importance of the connections children make with others. With vibrant illustrations from celebrated artist Danielle Daniel, this is a foundational book about building relationships, fostering empathy and encouraging respect between peers, starting with our littlest citizens.
ISBN: 9781459814479Publication Date: 2017-10-31
