Hali Heavy Shield
Hali Heavy Shield is a multidisciplinary artist and a member of the Blood Tribe of Southern Alberta. Her first book for children was inspired by the many adventures she’s had with her mom, Faye, who is also an artist. Hali’s work is influenced by experiences in her home community, including Blackfoot stories, significant sites, family, and women as sources of strength and goodness. She lives in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Kids Books (2)
Naaahsa Aisinaki! / Naaahsa is an Artist!
$21.95
Format:
Hardcover
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksikaitsitapi); Kainai (Blood);
ISBN / Barcode: 9781772603477
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
Naaahsa says art is a language everyone understands. Sometimes we make art together. We draw, we bead, we sing. Sometimes Naaahsa tells stories in Blackfoot. I even get to go with her to see her art show at the National Gallery. Naaahsa is famous for her art, but I love her hugs best!
Naaahsa is an Artist! is a celebration of art, artists, and Indigenous women artists in particular. Each page comes to life with bold patterns, shapes, and Naaahsa's encouraging words that may inspire young readers to want to make art themselves.
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 6 to 8.
Dual-language edition in English and Blackfoot: Kainai Nation
Blackfoot translation by Norma Jean Russell and Faye Heavy Shield.
This book is available in English: Naaahsa is an Artist!
Additional Information
24 pages | 8.50" x 8.50" | Hardcover
Naaahsa Is an Artist!
$21.95
Format:
Hardcover
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksikaitsitapi); Kainai (Blood);
ISBN / Barcode: 9781772603460
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
Naaahsa says art is a language everyone understands. Sometimes we make art together. We draw, we bead, we sing. Sometimes Naaahsa tells stories in Blackfoot. I even get to go with her to see her art show at the National Gallery. Naaahsa is famous for her art, but I love her hugs best!
Naaahsa is an Artist! is a celebration of art, artists, and Indigenous women artists in particular. Each page comes to life with bold patterns, shapes, and Naaahsa's encouraging words that may inspire young readers to want to make art themselves.
Reviews
“What a marvelous and sparkling read. How blessed are we to have Naaahsa’s wisdom for how inspiration is everywhere and, if you welcome and embrace it, the magic of the world is yours to celebrate your way in any way you wish. Thank you, Hali Heavy Shield, for sharing Naaahsa’s warmth and love. Every page feels like a hug from home.” — Richard Van Camp, author of Little You and We Sang You Home
“This book is sure to be a hit. As seen through the eyes of a grandchild, Naaahsa is an Artist! conveys the healing power of art and the importance of taking up space in institutions that have not welcomed Indigenous Peoples in the past.” — Nancy Cooper, First Nations Consultant for the Southern Ontario Library Services and coordinator for First Nation
“I love the grandmother/granddaughter relationship here and I love how proud the little girl is of her grandma. It’s a book I can relate to as I had a close relationship with my grandmother.” — Jodie Callaghan, author of Ga’s/The Train
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 6 to 8.
This book is available in a dual-language format: Naaahsa Aisinaki! / Naaahsa is an Artist!
Additional Information
24 pages | 8.50" x 8.50" | Hardcover
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