by the Elders of the Sto:lo Nation

This book is an enlightening, collaborative effort by the Elders of the Sto:lo Nation. Its purpose is to instruct the new generations of the tribe, as well as to promote a better understanding of Indian traditions for non-Indians.

This is a good book for youngsters or those with limited reading skills, because it is simply written. The lessons hold much value. Respect is not a concept limited to Indian people; this book reminds us it is universal.

I particularly liked the passages by Edna Bobb. Her writing about thanking each little bush for helping her up the mountain, or praying to God that she will not see a snake, were highlights of the book for me.

My only criticism would be that some of the explanation pages, especially pages eleven and thirty, are unnecessary. I feel they simply distract the reader, and take away from the impact of the teachings.

A review by Shirley Duemo, Ganges, B.C.