Counting Wild Bears of the Native Northwest Coast

Publisher's Description (Strong Nations):
Offers young readers a window into the Haida culture and the importance of bears in that world; counting from 1 to 10. This 20-page board book made with recycled paper with soy-based ink and water-based coating. Haida artist Gryn White introduces young readers to the wild bears of Haida culture. Bears are an important part of Haida traditions because the ancestors have honoured and respected bears. To acknowledge this respect the Haida feature images of bears in their regalia and art. Early childhood teachers will find this counting book from 1 to 10 a useful resource because it introduces Northwest Coast culture into arithmetic. Colours are also highlighted in the board book.

Author Biography (Strong Nations):
Gryn White is a Haida artist from Masset, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia.

Resource type: Picturebook

Age recommendation: Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten

Keywords: Counting, Indigenous numeracy, Haida culture, bears, animals, land, environment, place, respect, honour, regalia, art

Year of publication: 2013

Publisher information: Garfinkel Publications