Set in Haida Gwaii, the story follows a young Haida girl and her family as they journey up the Yakoun River during summer to follow the salmon. While their father is fishing, the girl and her brother engage in play and learn valuable lessons from their Grandfather, Tsinii. This narrative beautifully weaves together themes of family, tradition, and the connection to nature.
Featuring beautiful images of ten Haida Supernatural Beings, this colouring and activity book introduces children to ancient narratives that promote living in harmony with the natural world. With gorgeous, detailed colouring pages depicting ten strong female figures from ancient Haida narratives, this colouring and activity book is an engaging way for children to express their creativity and learn to connect with the land, sea, and sky. Developed by renowned Haida activist, lawyer, performer, and artist Terri-Lynn Williams-Davidson and Haida educator Sara Florence Davidson, this book is a companion to the bestselling picture book Magical Beings of Haida Gwaii , though it can be used independently--either for fun or as part of an educational curriculum for early primary grades. Each image is accompanied by a poem and a series of questions or writing prompts, teaching children about the symbolism contained in the images and the qualities each magical being represents.
The cultural significance of the Haida potlatch is vividly captured through a poignant personal narrative, reflecting on memories of dancing with a late brother. Set in Hydaburg, Alaska, the story unfolds on the day of a potlatch celebration, highlighting the joy and bittersweet nature of the event. Readers are immersed in the sights, sounds, and dances that honor Haida traditions, showcasing the resilience of cultural practices after the lifting of a ban. The book beautifully intertwines personal memory with community celebration, illustrated by Janine Gibbons.
Banned for 67 years by the Canadian government, the potlatch is the foundational ceremony of the Haida people. Inspired by these traditions, educator Sara Florence Davidson and renowned artist Robert Davidson present a model for learning that is holistic, relational, practical, and continuous.