Charlotte has outgrown her moccasins! Still, there's nothing a trip to Grandma's can't fix in this heartwarming intergenerational story. A sweet, celebratory picture book about family and culture by two debut Métis creators centered around Indigenous peoples' tradition of making moccasins, perfect for 3-7-year-olds.Charlotte has outgrown her moccasins, so she and her Mom head to Grandma's for new ones. Grandma teaches Charlotte how to make her new mocs step-by-step, and she learns a valuable skill from her beloved elder in this heartwarming multigenerational story.A contemporary celebration of Native culture, tradition, and family. A highly-relatable story for Indigenous kids and any kid that has ever outgrown their favorite thing to wear.Back matter includes details about moccasins then and now, some additional facts about them, and information about how they have been made over time.
Michael might be young, but he’s got a big heart and a strong sense of right and wrong. He knows it’s right to help people when they need it—but what can he do when so many people need help? When Michael finds out about an upcoming youth conference, he sees his chance to learn more about helping others. But when he gets to the conference, he’s the youngest person there! And the speaker on stage is saying things about his community that aren’t true. Will Michael be brave enough to use his voice to stand up for what he knows is right? Little by Little is a beautifully illustrated graphic novel about how one Indigenous child sparked change and inspired others.
A funny and fiercely authentic graphic novel memoir about finding your power, surviving high school, and growing up as a queer, geeky Indigenous kid.In her heartfelt memoir, author Sonya Ballantyne gives us a look at her younger self’s diary and inner life as she struggles to find herself in the pop culture she loves. Before she was a successful writer, Sonya Ballantyne was just another kid growing up on the rez, searching for her place in the world. Her love of comics, fantasy novels, and movies helped her understand her life at school, her relationships with her family, and her identity.But growing up wasn’t easy and Sonya faced racism and bullying at school. Turning to her favourite stories for strength, Sonya takes the lessons from superhero comics to be brave in the face of adversity, to grow from strife, and to keep pushing forward towards her dreams. How did she find her way to the other side and live to tell the tale?Inside, readers will discover:Inclusive 2SLGBTQI+ representation: A vital, intersectional story exploring what it means to search for a reflection of yourself in the mainstream media you love.The power of fandom: A relatable look at how comic books, sci-fi, and geek culture can serve as a lifeline and a tool for resilience.Grounded and relatable themes: Lighthearted yet profound, tackling heavy subjects like school bullying, racism, and identity with humour and grace.Perfect for classrooms: An exceptional fit for middle grade and high school libraries (ages 12+) and Indigenous Studies curricula.
