The Diamond Willow Walking Stick: A Traditional Metis Story about Generosity

The Diamond Willow Walking Stick: A Traditional Metis Story about Generosity

by Leah Marie Dorion & Norman Fleury

Description:

Publisher's description (Gabriel Dumont Institute, 2012): Leah Marie Dorion's The Diamond Willow Walking Stick: A Traditional Métis Story About Generosity focuses on a Métis Elder's remembrances of traditional teachings about generosity that were taught to him by his grandparents during his childhood. These lifelong lessons imparted on him "how to live in a good Métis way," and taught him how to live with respect within the circle of life. In this charming children's book, the third in an ongoing series on traditional Métis culture, author and illustrator Leah Marie Dorion takes the reader on another enchanting journey while once again honouring the special bond between Métis children and their grandparents. With breathtaking artwork and an elegant Michif translation by Norman Fleury, this heartfelt, coming of age story will resonate with both young and old. This book also includes a chart on the uses of the willow tree and an accompanying narration CD in English and Michif-Cree.

Resource format: Picturebook 

Age recommendation: Grade 1 - 6

Keywords: traditional teachings, generosity, Métis, Mitchif language, kinship, Métis traditional knowledge

Year of publication: 2012

Publisher information: Gabriel Dumont Institute