The Seventh Direction: A Legend of Creation

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In this enlightening legend shared by Lakota Elder Kevin Locke, Wakhan Thanka (The Great Spirit) created the entire world in seven days; leaving the most precious creation for last. In order to protect this precious creation, Wakhan Thanka needed to hide it where it would always be safe and turned to our animal relatives for help. Together, they found the perfect place. Do you know where they chose?

Awards

• Gold IPPA Book Award Winner (First Nations/Indigenous Communities category)

Reviews
"Fully immersive and thought-provoking, Locke's sage picture book will appeal to visionary younger readers who can grasp the teaching that humans must rediscover their link to the natural world, to "be a good relative, not just to the two-leggeds, but to all of creation" - a timely message." - Publishers Weekly

"...full of vivid color and imagery. A stirring tale of creation that will capture readers' attention. A good purchase for picture book collections." - School Library Journal Reviews (March 2024)

Educator Information
Recommended for ages 6 to 8.

A teacher lesson plan is available for this book: The Seventh Direction Teacher Lesson Plan.

This book is available in French: La septième direction: une légende de la création 

Additional Information
44 pages | 8.76" x 11.03" | Hardcover