Books Published by Strong Nations Publishing

The teachings–ways of knowing–of our Kwakwaka’wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) noble ancestors are ancient beliefs and values. We become stronger as we learn and practise our culture. What is one thing that you practise that makes you a stronger person?

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Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

Strength in Our “Ways of Knowing” is part of the Strong Stories: Kwakwaka’wakw series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743112

Kwakwaka’wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) people use the cedar tree for many different purposes. It is sacred to the Kwakwaka’wakw because of all it provides. Is there a plant or tree that you feel grateful for?

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Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

The Cedar Tree Our Culture, Our Tree is part of the Strong Stories: Kwakwaka’wakw series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743129

Kwakwaka’wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) people harvest many types of berries. We are careful to take care of our berries in the forest. What do you take care of in the forest?

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Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

Traditional Berry Picking is part of the Strong Stories: Kwakwaka’wakw series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743136

Bundle includes all 8 titles, 6 of each, in the Strong Stories Métis series (48 books total).

Recommended for intermediate students.

Books in the Métis series include the following from author and illustrator Leah Marie Dorion:

How the Moon Came to Be
Métis and Dandelions
Métis Singing Sticks: A Story About Métis Musical Traditions
Pemmican Berries
Poems to Honour Mother Earth
The Helpful Sasquatch
Métis Transport Boxes
The Story of the Tamarack Tree

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ISBN: 9781771746700

Own the entire set of Métis Strong Stories! (8 books total)

Recommended for intermediate students.

Books in the Métis series include the following from author and illustrator Leah Marie Dorion:

How the Moon Came to Be
Métis and Dandelions
Métis Singing Sticks: A Story About Métis Musical Traditions
Pemmican Berries
Poems to Honour Mother Earth
The Helpful Sasquatch
Métis Transport Boxes
The Story of the Tamarack Tree

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ISBN: 9781771745871

A beautiful traditional Métis story about the creation of the moon. How did Mother Earth and Grandmother Moon come to be named as they are? Do you know why you have the name you were given?

Educator & Series Information
Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

How the Moon Came to Be is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743143

Both the Métis people and dandelions have great resiliency in their ability to survive. They both have similar characteristics. What is it about dandelions that makes them strong and resilient?

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Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

Métis and Dandelions is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743150

Métis Singing Sticks are more than musical instruments, they are also special family time spent together. Join Leah as she shares a family story. What is a special family time that your family has?

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Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

A Story About Métis Musical Traditions is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743167

People need boxes to put things into when moving from one place to another. There are many kinds of boxes today. Long ago, there were only wooden boxes which were all handmade. What kinds of boxes have you seen?

Educator & Series Information
Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

Métis Transport Boxes is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743174

Long ago, pemmican was a staple food for Métis people. At that time, it was made with dried and crushed buffalo meat mixed with grease and dried berries. Pemmican could last through the winter months in storage. What is a type of food that you know of that can last a long time?

Educator & Series Information
Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

Pemmican Berries is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743181

Leah Marie Dorion’s poetry reflects her deep connection to Mother Earth, which she has had since she was a child. Each poem gently recognizes all that is around us and the importance of being respectful. What is one way that you show respect to Mother Earth?

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Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

Poems to Honour Mother Earth is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743198

A playful story about how Sasquatch is always being helpful. Sasquatch is honoured with an offering of food to show gratitude. What is something that you do to show gratitude?

Educator & Series Information
Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

The Helpful Sasquatch is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743204

Creator advised us not to compare ourselves to each other. We all have a special place within the circle of life. What do you think happens when Tamarack seeks the attention of the Muskeg people?

Educator & Series Information
Recommended for intermediate students (grades 4-6).

The Story of the Tamarack Tree is part of the Strong Stories: Métis series. Strong Stories focus on different First Nation territories from across Canada and the United States. These stories reflect the belief that our stories are the roots of our people, our lands and our cultures. It is from our stories that we grow and become strong and proud.

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16 pages | 6.00" x 9.00" | ISBN: 9781771743211

Papa et les enfants vont à la plage. Que penses-tu que les enfants aimeraient faire à la plage avec Papa ? 

Educator  & Series Information / Information pour éducateurs
À la plage avec Papa fait partie de la collection des Lecteurs forts : ensemble A. Ensemble A suit les aventures de Grenouille, Ours, Aigle, et Corbeau avec une mélange de livres de fiction et de non-fiction nivelés de 1 à 10. À la plage avec Papa est de niveau 9. 

Les Lecteurs forts font partie d'une collection de lecture nivelée intégré avec des liens vers la science, la numératie, la responsabilité sociale, les arts de langage, et les enseignements de la langue orale. Les livres comprennent du texte échafaudé et des stratégies de lecture. Ils ont soit des illustrations de l'artiste Tsimshian Bill Helin, soit des photos. La collection entière est interconnectée et suit les valeurs culturelles de Grenouille, Ours, Aigle, et Corbeau.  

Cette ressource est aussi disponible en anglais : Fun With Father

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Dimensions : 6,5” x 5,5” | 16 pages | ISBN : 9781771742375

Les animaux décident d’aller pagayer dans leur canot. Tout à coup, le brouillard arrive et les animaux sont inquiets. Que sais-tu au sujet du brouillard ? 

Educator & Series Information / Information pour éducateurs
Allons pagayer fait partie de la collection des Lecteurs forts : ensemble A. Ensemble A suit les aventures de Grenouille, Ours, Aigle, et Corbeau avec une mélange de livres de fiction et de non-fiction nivelés de 1 à 10. Allons pagayer est de niveau 10. 

Les Lecteurs forts font partie d'une collection de lecture nivelée intégré avec des liens vers la science, la numératie, la responsabilité sociale, les arts de langage, et les enseignements de la langue orale. Les livres comprennent du texte échafaudé et des stratégies de lecture. Ils ont soit des illustrations de l'artiste Tsimshian Bill Helin, soit des photos. La collection entière est interconnectée et suit les valeurs culturelles de Grenouille, Ours, Aigle, et Corbeau.  

Cette ressource est aussi disponible en anglais : Let's Go For a Paddle

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Dimensions : 6,5” x 5,5” | 16 pages | ISBN : 9781771742412