Indigenous Resources
Birdsong by: Julie Flett
A young girl moves from the country to a small town she meets an elderly woman next door. They share a love of arts and crafts but, can she navigate the changing seasons and failing health of her new friend?
(7 min.)
The girl and the wolf by: Katherena Vermette, Illustrated by: Julie Flett
Takes you on a journey of believing in yourself with a little guidance.
(4 min.)
What's my superpower? by: Aviaq Johnston
Nalvana feels like all of her friends have some type of superpower. Nalvana thinks she must be the only kid in town without a superpower. But then her mom shows her that she is unique and special—and that her superpower was right in front of her all along.
(9 min.)
The healing dance by Shaelyn Johnston
An Anishanaabe girl learns about the origins of the Jingle dance.
(4 min.)
I am not a number by: Jenny Kay Dupuis and Cathy Kacer
The true story of the author's grandmother's experience when she and her brothers were taken from their community of Nipissing First Nation to live at a Canandian residential school in 1928
(25 min.)
My heart fills with happiness by: Monique Gray Smith
Read by author, this book, with illustrations from artist Julie Flett, reminds us to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy.
(2 min.)
MAQ et l'Esprit de la foret
Translation of the English film by Phyllis Grant
National Film Board
(8 min.)
MAQ and the spirit of the woods by Phyllis Grant
National Film Board
(8 min.)
The Seven Teachings
by Anishinaabe group
Zaagi Bagaang
A video about the 7 Grandfather Teachings: Love, respect, bravery, thruth, honesty, humility, and wisdom
(8 min.)
Seven Sacred Teachings
A video narrated by the author David Bouchard
(24 min.)
These teachings impact our surroundings, along with providing guidance toward our actions to one another. Each of these teachings must be used with the rest.