Books
This page provides print and digital books pertaining to Aboriginal themes to utilize in classrooms to promote inclusivity.
Resources
Digital Books
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An Aboriginal Carol
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_XTwr7qnl0
This resource is a YouTube audio/visual of An Aboriginal Carol, by David Bouchard. The story explores the birth of Jesus Christ from an Aboriginal perspective utilizing the Huron Carol.
Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
Link: http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1302889494709/1302889781786
This multimedia resource shares Aboriginal stories to read, listen directly to, or download. Some of the short stories provided are: Claire and her Grandfather, The Lily Root – An Ojibway Story, and more.
The Dawn of Canadian History: A Chronicle of Aboriginal Canada
Link: https://archive.org/details/aboriginal_canada
This resource provides an audio to the book titled, The Dawn of Canadian History: A Chronicle of Aboriginal Canada, by Stephen Leacock. The book illustrates the Aboriginals’ history and contact with Europeans leading to Canada’s creation.
Print Books
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Strong Nations
Link: http://www.strongnations.com/store/item_list.php?it=3&cat=1
This resource provides the purchase of print books on various Aboriginal stories. The books provided are for the primary level that is further divided by a reading level. Some of the stories provided are: A Circle of Friends, A Métis New Year, and more.
Rabbit and Bear Paws
Link: http://rabbitandbearpaws.com/graphic-novels/
This resource provides graphic novels centering on Aboriginal stories, identities, and communities. The website provides sample pages of the various graphic novels before purchase. Some of the novels provided are: Bear Walker, True Hearts, and more.
Good Minds
Link: http://goodminds.com
This resource provides bias-free books related to Aboriginal themes. The stories are divided into categories for easier access. Categories include graphic novels, bullying, residential schools, the French language, drawings, and more.
Food For Thought
Tell me and I'll forget. Show me, and I may not remember. Involve me, and I'll understand.
Native American Proverb
