Tells the story of the author's childhood as a Cree Indian, as he and his siblings were taken from their parents and forced into a boarding school to learn the ways of the Europeans, in an effort to rid young children of their culture.

As Long as the Rivers Flow

Children's Books

Loyie, Larry

Biographies

GROUNDWOOD BOOKS *

Starting in the 1800s and continuing into the 20th century, First Nations children were forcibly taken to government-sponsored residential schools to erase their traditional languages and cultures. This moving book tells of one such child, author Larry Loyie, and his last summer with his Cree tribe. It is a time of learning and adventure. He cares for an abandoned baby owl, watches his grandmother make winter moccasins, and sees her kill a huge grizzly with one shot. The sensitive text and Heather Holmlund's expressive illustrations beautifully capture the joy and drama of a First Nations family's last summer together.

History

The Gathering Tree is a beautifully illustrated children's book about HIV/AIDS. Written by award-winning First Nations author Larry Loyie and co-author Constance Brissenden, it is a gentle, positive story of a First Nations family facing HIV. After eleven-year-old Tyler and his younger sister Shay-Lyn learn their favourite cousin Robert has HIV, they discover that knowledge brings understanding and self-awareness. Aspects of physical, spiritual, mental and emotional health are addressed.

The Gathering Tree

Teen & Young Adult

BRISSENDEN, Constance

Literature & Fiction

Theytus Books

When Lawrence's father goes overseas with the Canadian Army during the Second World War, the young Cree boy struggles to grow up while wrestling with the meaning of war. With Papa gone, Mama raises the children alone. Traditional foods such as wild meat and fish are scarce, and many other foods are rationed. Angry about the changes and confused about the future, Lawrence misses his father and his teachings about their natural way of life. When army runaways threaten the family, Lawrence's courage and knowledge of traditional skills are called upon to keep them safe. With guidance from his grandfather and encouragement from his grandmother, Lawrence faces his challenges, becomes wiser and stronger, and earns the respect of his Elders.

When the Spirits Dance

The Gathering Tree is a beautifully illustrated children's book about HIV/AIDS. Written by award-winning First Nations author Larry Loyie and co-author Constance Brissenden, it is a gentle, positive story of a First Nations family facing HIV. After eleven-year-old Tyler and his younger sister Shay-Lyn learn their favorite cousin Robert has HIV, they discover that knowledge brings understanding and self-awareness. Aspects of physical, spiritual, mental and emotional health are addressed.

The Gathering Tree (Larry Loyie)

Growing Up & Facts of Life

The Moon Speaks Cree: A Winter Adventure

Roman jeunesse a partir de 9 ans entierement illustre  Prix du Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Non-Fiction  Sélection First Nation Communities Read  En 1944, Larry Loyie, alors connu sous le nom de Lawrence, avait dix ans et vivait avec sa famille crie pres de Slave Lake, dans le nord de l’Alberta (Canada). Tant que couleront les rivieres s’inspire de son dernier ete avec ses proches, avant son depart obligatoire pour le pensionnat indien. L’histoire d’un ete qui se revele plein d’aventures, de decouvertes et de partage, la peinture d’un quotidien qui recree la relation privilegiee avec la nature. Il faut profiter de la belle saison pour faire des reserves de nourriture pour l’hiver : cueillette, peche et chasse, Lawrence a beaucoup a apprendre de ses aines. Mais il y a certaines aventures qu’on n’ose imaginer, de celles qui vous meritent le nom d’Oskiniko, jeune homme en cri.

Tant que couleront les rivieres (French Edition)

Geography & Cultures

Plaines

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As Long as the Rivers Flow

As Long as the Rivers Flow

The Gathering Tree

When the Spirits Dance

The Gathering Tree (Larry Loyie)

The Moon Speaks Cree: A Winter Adventure

Tant que couleront les rivieres (French Edition)