Indigenous education helping teacher Jocelyn McIntosh recommends Âmî Osâwâpikones (Dear Dandelion) by SJ Okemow to celebrate the start of summer.
Dear Dandelion is a beautiful Cree (Nehiyawak) story of resilience. This story is positive and uplifting, reminding us about beauty and loving ourselves during difficult times.
I chose this book as I learn more about my own Métis culture and learn the language of Northern Cree Michif.
I hope when you see a dandelion, you will think of this wonderful story of resilience and bringing joy to others.
Âmî Osâwâpikones (Dear Dandelion) is available in SD42 libraries.
- June is also National Indigenous History Month. Continue the celebration with the National Indigenous History Month Virtual Classroom created by SD42 teacher Yin Tsia.
