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This charming story, richly steeped in Métis culture, focuses on the boyhood reminisces of Moushoom as he describes finding the “great giving tree” with his mother and father. This vibrantly illustrated children’s book is a beautiful retelling of a traditional Métis story. Both Leah Marie Dorion and the Gabriel Dumont Institute are very pleased to share this story with the Métis and larger communities since it emphasizes Métis core values and beliefs including strength, kindness, courage, tolerance, honesty, respect, love, sharing, caring, balance, patience, and most of all, the important connection with the Creator and Mother Earth. This resource also includes a digital download of the narrations in English and Michif.

ISBN: 978-0-920915-90-5
Author/Illustrator: Leah Marie Dorion
Translator: Norman Fleury
Grade Level: Primary
Format: Book
Awards: Nominated—2010 Shining Willow Award, The Willow Awards

The Métis Alphabet Colouring Book is an adaptation of Joseph Jean Fauchon’s popular children’s book of the same name. With enhanced cultural content, this colouring book highlights historical figures, significant events, places of interest and other aspects of Métis identity to take youthful readers beyond the alphabet to explore the richness of Métis history and culture. George Gingras’s images—which are meant to be coloured and are inspired by illustrations and photos—provide an engaging complement to the text. The Métis Alphabet Colouring Book strengthens Métis pride and identity while providing young readers with an informative reference book about the essence of being Métis.

The softcover version created in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Food Security, the Version 2 Métis cookbook is a heartfelt homage to the traditions and tastes that define Métis cuisine. This cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes; it's a reflection of our commitment to sustainable and healthy living. Inside, you'll find traditional Métis dishes passed down through generations, each one a testament to our values of environmental stewardship and respect for nature.

Berry Earrings by Thimble & Nod

Beaded on moose hide and backed with buffalo hide. Beaded with size 11 Charlottes and Czech seed beads. 18K gold plated stainless steel kidney hooks. 4cm tall with a 6cm drop.

Floral Pendant by Thimble & Nod

Wild Rose Floral Pendant
Beaded on buffalo backed with deer hide with a leather cord . Beaded with size 11 Charlottes and seed beads. 5x5 cm.

Floral Pendant by Thimble & Nod

Wild Rose Floral Pendant
Beaded on buffalo backed with deer hide with a leather cord . Beaded with size 11 Charlottes and seed beads. 5x5 cm.

Strawberry Earrings by Thimble & Nod

Strawberry Earrings
Beaded on black deer hide and backed with cedar deer hide. Beaded with size 11 Charlottes and Czech seed beads. 18K gold plated stainless steel kidney hooks. 5cm tall with an 8cm drop.

Wild Rose Earrings by Thimble & Nod

Wild Rose Floral Earrings
Beaded on buffalo hide and backed with cedar deer hide. Beaded with size 11 Charlottes and Czech seed beads. 18K gold plated stainless steel kidney hooks. 5cm tall with an 8cm drop.

wâpikwaniy: A Beginner’s Guide to Métis Floral Beadwork is a step-by-step guide book and DVD video which provides information and instruction on Métis floral beadwork.  The guide is intended for beginning beaders and includes an historical overview by Sherry Farrell Racette, followed by instructions on basic beading, supply lists and options, techniques and hints, and examples of traditional and contemporary beadwork.  Patterns are included in the book.