Follow a day in the life of a young Ojibwe child and learn key words and phrases from the Ojibwe Language in this enchantingly illustrated children\'s book.
Also featuring a glossary of key terms, a brief history of the Ojibwe people and language, and a culturally accurate how-to guide for making a Dream catcher at home , Wisdom Weavers immerses young people in a vibrant traditional culture while helping to keep the Ojibwe Language and customs alive..
Created with children ages 6 to 11 (beginner- to mid-level readers) in mind, Wisdom Weavers is an engaging and accessible way for children to discover the Ojibwe Language and learn key phrases and words like: How to welcome the morning - Mino-giizhigad How to say I love you - Gizhawenimin How to be grateful - Miigwech How to make an offering - Biindaakoojige School - Gikinoo\'amaadiiwigamig Tree - Mitig Backpack - Bimiwanaan Sun - Giizis And more! This inspiring story features a total of 72 words and phrases to learn in Ojibwe , introduced throughout the visually captivating and representative scenes from illustrator Marcus Trujillo, a tribal member with the Pueblo of Laguna in affiliation with the Village of Paraje.
International speaker, author, and creator of Ojibwe Word of the Day, James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw, presents a selection of words and phrases throughout the day while his son learns about the Ojibwe tradition of the Dream catcher.
Wisdom Weavers introduces children to the Ojibwe Language from an Indigenous perspective.
In Ojibwe culture, a Dream catcher (izhi\'on) protects people, especially children , from harm by catching bad dreams in its web and allowing good dreams to pass through the feathers hanging at the bottom.
Though this led to a decline in fluent speakers, there is a growing movement to restore the strength of the Ojibwe Language .
After their land was taken by Europeans, many Ojibwe children were placed in boarding schools that forbid them to use their native language.
The Ojibwe people are the largest Indigenous group of Turtle Island, now known as North America, and live around the present-day Great Lakes.
Follow a day in the life of a young Ojibwe child and learn key words and phrases from the Ojibwe Language in this enchantingly illustrated children\'s book
