Parenting & Family
Listening to the Beat of Our Drum:
Indigenous Parenting in a Contemporary Society A collection of stories from a kokum, an auntie, two-spirit parents, and a Métis mother — sharing diverse perspectives on mothering and family from all walks of life. Real, warm, and deeply relatable.
Speaking Cree in the Home — Belinda Daniels & Andrea Custer
A hands-on guide for parents and caregivers to begin revitalizing and teaching Cree to young children at home — reconnecting family, identity, and language every day.
My Heart Fills with Happiness — Monique Gray Smith, illustrated by Julie Flett
A little girl reflects on everything that makes her happy, from the sun on her cheeks to the smell of bannock baking — a poetic board book with gorgeous illustrations, perfect for sharing with little ones.
You Hold Me Up — Monique Gray Smith, illustrated by Danielle Daniel.
A beautifully illustrated picture book that teaches children to show love and support for one another — a perfect tool for starting conversations about connection, relationships, and reconciliation.
We Sang You Home — Richard Van Camp, illustrated by Julie Flett.
A board book that celebrates the bond between parents and their children — full of magic and love, recommended for every little one you know.
A Day with Yayah — Nicola I. Campbell, illustrated by Julie Flett.
A story of cross-generational learning, set in the land and language of the Nicola Valley — a book parents will happily read again and again.
Speaking Our Truth — Monique Gray Smith
This book helps young readers understand the history of the residential school system and its lasting effects, with questions and prompts to explore reconciliation with empathy.
Nokum Is My Teacher — David Bouchard, illustrated by Allen Sapp
A poetic story of a young Indigenous boy who asks his Nokum (grandmother) questions about the world — and receives teachings that help him honour his roots while finding his place.
The Song Within My Heart — David Bouchard, illustrated by Allen Sapp.
A young Indigenous boy prepares for his first powwow guided by
his Nokum — a stunning story of culture, love, and belonging.