Canadian, Aboriginal

Meuse-Dallien, Theresa. Illustrator/ Arthur Stevens. 2003. The Sharing Circle: Stories about First Nations Culture. Halifax, Nova Scotia: Nimbus Publishing. ISBN:
Age: 6 - 12
Language: English
Subject: Children; Non-Fiction; Mi’kmaw

This is a collection of seven stories about Mi’kmaw culture and spiritual practices. The story is told through Matthew and his special treasures that include a medicine pouch, an eagle feather and a dream catcher.

Canadian, Aboriginal

Miller, Gloria. 2001. The Slapshot Star. Winnipeg, MB: Pemmican Publications Inc.
ISBN: 1-894717-07-4
Age: 6 - 9
Language: English
Subject: Children; Fiction; Metis

Derek and his mother are invited to go to fish camp with Grandmother and Grandfather. Derek doesn’t want to go, because he will miss the street hockey tournament. Also, there's no electricity, so no T.V. Derek plays with his Game Boy until the batteries run out. Only then does he get involved in what is happening.

Canadian, Aboriginal

Moran, Sheila. Illustrator/ Cheryl Dieter. 1997. A New Name for Leo. Saskatchewan Indian Cultural Centre. ISBN: 1-55165-423-7
Age: Pre-school – 8
Language: English
Subject: Children; Fiction; Multiple Nations

Leo lives in the city with his family, but he is curious about some of the things he sees around him. He asks his parents how he can get a name like Flying Eagle. He stays with his family on the reserve for the summer and learns many things about his language and culture. Will he end up with a new name?