Braelyn Cyr
Braelyn Cyr was born in Campbellton, New Brunswick in 1995, and is a status member of the Listuguj Mi'kmaq band. Braelyn began as a self-taught artist, but later graduated from the Wabanaki Visual Arts Program at the New Brunswick College of Craft & Design. Braelyn is hopeful that her work, which includes writing and illustrating First Nations themed children's books, oil painting, woodwork, and wampum weaving, will help bridge the gap between traditional ways of knowing and modern day society. Eventually, Braelyn plans to help both First Nations and non-First Nations youth to broaden their appreciation of Mi'kmaq, Wolastoqiyik, and Peskotomuhkati cultures through the power of art.
Kids Books (2)
Apli'kmuj's Journey
$12.95
Artists:
Format:
Paperback
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Mi'kmaq;
ISBN / Barcode: 9781777854270
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
Apli’kmuj, the rabbit, is heading to the gathering—all on his own! His forest friends try to help guide his way, but they must follow their own paths and cannot travel with him. The salmon swims upstream and the owl can fly above the trees, but how will Ali'kmuj get there to perform his dance for all the creatures at the gathering? Maybe the four sacred medicines can help him on his journey!
Apli’kmuj's Journey is a fun and accessible story that describes Mi'kmaq values and vocabulary, and was created to engage Indigenous and non-Indigenous children alike!
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 5 to 8.
This book teaches about the four sacred medicines, sweetgrass, sage, cedar, and tobacco.
Additional Information
36 pages | 10.03" x 8.07" | Paperback
Mi'kmaq Alphabet Book (BB)
$14.95
Artists:
Format:
Board Book
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Mi'kmaq;
Grade Levels: Preschool;
ISBN / Barcode: 9781999042714
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
From Ant (Gligoetjit) to Wolf (Paqtism) and beyond, the Mi'kmaq Alphabet Book is sure to delight the young and the young at heart. Braelyn Cyr's vibrant illustrations are a delightful pair to Shyla Augustine's first baby board book.
Additional Information
26 pages | 7.00" x 7.00" | Board Book
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