| The Aboriginal Alphabet
The Aboriginal Alphabet was created by members of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation of northern Manitoba. Each page shows a letter of the Roman alphabet in upper and lower case with a full color illustration of an object linked to the letter with brief description. Most of the pictures are connected to "traditional" Aboriginal communities (such as hand drum, eagle fan and lacrosse). A few illustrations (e.g. igloo, kamiik) are taken from Inuit traditions. Babies and toddlers will enjoy the simple pictures on each page. Parents and educators could also use this book to prompt discussion about cultural traditions and practices with preschoolers and school-aged children.
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| | - Strength: Kahsasténtshera
Gaw zaw stanh sara
- Children: Eksa'okón:'a
Ek saw oh goonh aw
- Quail: Ko:kwáyen
Go gwuy yunh
(*Emphasis on bolded syllable/accent)
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| | | Leadership traits of the Chief within the Haundenosaunee community are found within seven layers (spans) of their skin. These seven traits give leaders "proof against anger, offensive action and criticism." (Hill Jr.)
Strength (one of these seven traits) is found in personal integrity and dignity. Strength is reflected in a person who demonstrates the values, principles and beliefs of his or her people. Strength is found in "one who walks the talk."
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| | Thirteen Grandmother Moons
| | The full moon in October is called Freezing Moon.
"This is a time when the Star Nation is closest to us. As every creature begins prepares for the coming fasting grounds, we are reminded to prepare ourselves for our spiritual path by learning the sacred teachings and songs that will sustain us.
Taken from Arlene Barry's series of teachings 'Kinoomaadiewinan Anishinaabe Bimaadinzinwin', reproduced by Union of Ontario Indians/Anishinabek Nation.
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| | | Festival of Native Arts
Saturday November 1
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| | Kingston Native Language Nest
Saturdays November 1, 15, 29
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| | Water Drum and Hand Drum Circles Napanee
Wednesday November 5
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| | Queen's Four Directions Hand Drumming
Thursdays in November
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| | | | Water Drum and Hand Drum Circles Deseronto
Wednesday November 19
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| | Walk the Talk: Our Journey Together
Diabetes Conference and Community Day
November 14 & 15
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| | 7th Annual Restorative Justice Symposium
Monday November 24
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| | | | | Looking After Me
Looking After Me is about a young Quail who, through the love of his family, learns about the importance of talking, trust, sacred circles, tears, happiness and love. Each two-page spread is illustrated with four to five short sentences of text. Written by Denise Lecoy and illustrated by Marie-Michelie Hamelin, this book is appropriate for children 3 to 5 years old.
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| | | | | | | Chickpea Socca
Sondi Bruner, freelance writer and holistic nutritionist, shares her recipe with Come Walk in My Moccasins. Discover more of her recipes at www.sondibruner.com.
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| | | | | Gathering Communities Making Connections includes listings of Indigenous services, community-based groups and events with particular attention to services for young children and their families. The Guide was developed for people with Native Ancestry and for service providers who work with Indigenous families and children, and is organized by geographic area. |
| | Sources for Aboriginal books:
Aboriginal Book Lending:
Aboriginal Family Literacy Circle Partners:
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| | For earlier editions of Come Walk in My Moccasins click here.
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