Written by Naomi McIlwraith; Illustrated by Onedove

This book is an invitation to come along to the Great Gathering Place with the Cree people. When you arrive, the gathering gives thanks to “our Grandfathers, Sky and Buffalo”. One thank you after another, associating the world around as family reinforces the interconnectedness of the natural world. This book then gives guidance to all that whether you agree or disagree to always be gentle, always be generous, always be kind, and always love. Part of each phrase is translated in Cree with pronunciation provided. Illustrations merge everyday surroundings and activities with personified natural elements.

This is a perfect book to share in November to offer a Native perspective around Thanksgiving time.