Category: Indigenous

On a Wing and a Tear by Cynthia Leitich Smith

November 26, 2025

Cynthia Leitich Smith returns with a middle grade novel bursting with characters that pay tribute to storytelling traditions of Muscogee People, and Indigenous storytelling in general. On a Wing and a Tear captures the adventure of Melanie “Mel” Roberts, Ray Halfmoon, and Grampa Halfmoon with the legendary Great-Grandfather Bat, who’s fostering an injury to his wing. Together, they hit the road to escort Bat to the historical rematch of the infamous Great Ball Game between the Animals and the Birds on the traditional gaming lands in Georgia. On this wild adventure, readers will see the wonderful characters escape Bat-nappers, rekindle an old romance, visit many relatives, encounter mysterious creatures, and find out if Bat’s wing heals in time for the game. … More On a Wing and a Tear by Cynthia Leitich Smith

Too Much: My Great Big Native Family by Laurel Goodluck, illustrated by Bridget George

July 1, 2025

Getting any role in the school play, big or small, is a big deal, but finding a way into the spotlight at home is a struggle for Russell within his big, fun, and vibrant Native family. As the play approaches, Russell fails to get his family’s attention. He begins to wonder, is it time for Russell to shine on his own and give up on his wish for his family to notice him? Or will he manage to succeed and get his family to cheer him on before it’s too late? … More Too Much: My Great Big Native Family by Laurel Goodluck, illustrated by Bridget George

Métis Like Me by Tasha Hilderman, illus. by Risa Hugo

June 17, 2025

Feasting on Bannock, picking Saskatoon berries, beading moccasins and jigging with family—Tasha Hilderman’s debut picture book, Métis Like Me is a delightful tribute to her heritage. It invites young readers, Métis or not, to explore Indigenous traditions and embrace cultural diversity. … More Métis Like Me by Tasha Hilderman, illus. by Risa Hugo

Those Pink Mountain Nights by Jen Ferguson

February 15, 2024

Ferguson is certainly not dishing up a thin crusted one topping type of story here. Instead, she feeds us a deep dish, multi-layered experience, writing books that are fresh, yet resonate. Winner of the Governor General’s Award for her debut novel, The Summer of Bitter and Sweet, Ferguson should also win an award for inducing food cravings in readers. … More Those Pink Mountain Nights by Jen Ferguson

The Song That Called Them Home by David A. Robertson, illus. by Maya McKibbin

November 2, 2023

The pages are layered with colours that contrast with each other and stand out in a beautiful way, drawing the eye immediately across the pages. I was captivated by the illustrations of the Memekwesewak, who are drawn as little white creatures with pink mischievous faces and intricate designs circling their bodies. … More The Song That Called Them Home by David A. Robertson, illus. by Maya McKibbin