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  • Inuit
  • Creation Stories
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Metis Book Recommendations

Children’s Stories & Cultural Books


The Dream Catcher Pool

  • Author: David Bouchard
  • Publisher: Raincoast Books, Vancouver, BC
  • Year: 2004
  • Description: A gentle children’s story about dreams, imagination, and friendship. Through storytelling and poetic language, it introduces young readers to Indigenous values and the importance of dreams and storytelling.

Snow Tunnel Sisters: The Love and Friendship Between Two Métis Sisters 

  • Author: Brett D. Huson
  • Publisher: Strong Nations Publishing
  • Year: 2015
  • Description: A warm story about two Métis sisters who share adventures together in the winter. The book celebrates family bonds, love, and friendship.

Thomas and the Métis Sash

  • Author: Janice Beaudin
  • Publisher: Pemmican Publications, Winnipeg, MB
  • Year: 2004
  • Description: Thomas learns about the Métis sash while working on a school project. His mother explains the history and cultural importance of the sash and what it means to Métis people today.

The Bannock Book

  • Author: Marlene McCallum
  • Publisher: Pemmican Publications, Winnipeg, MB
  • Year: 2001
  • Description: A young Michif girl helps her mother bake bannock while learning about family traditions and Métis culture.

Granny Shoongish and the Giant Oak Tree

  • Author: David Bouchard
  • Publisher: Raincoast Books, Vancouver, BC
  • Year: 2001
  • Description: A story about a small Métis girl who struggles with feeling small and learns about strength, patience, and believing in herself.

Little Métis and the Métis Sash 

  • Author: Janice Beaudin
  • Publisher: Pemmican Publications, Winnipeg, MB
  • Year: 2007
  • Description: A mischievous young Métis boy gets into trouble while learning about the cultural meaning of the Métis sash.


History & Cultural Education


The Métis in British Columbia: From Fur Trade Outposts to Colony

  • Author: George F. G. Stanley
  • Publisher: Heritage House Publishing, Vancouver, BC
  • Year: 1975
  • Description: A historical account of the development of Métis communities in British Columbia, beginning with the fur trade and continuing into the colonial period.

The Traditional Métis World: Aspects of Early Métis Lifestyle

  • Author: Jennifer S. H. Brown
  • Publisher: University of Manitoba Press
  • Year: 1985
  • Description: An exploration of early Métis lifestyles, traditions, and community structures, including family life, trade, and cultural practices.

Cuthbert Grant and the Métis

  • Author: Dale Gibson
  • Publisher: Pemmican Publications, Winnipeg, MB
  • Year: 1994
  • Description: A biography of Cuthbert Grant, an important Métis leader who played a key role in the early history and political development of the Métis Nation.


Language & Learning Resources

  • The Canadian Michif Language Dictionary (Introductory Level)
  • Publisher: Métis Language Resources
  • Year: 2000
  • Description: A beginner-friendly dictionary designed to help learners explore and preserve the Michif language through basic vocabulary and translations.


Cultural Resources & Educational Materials


Métis Christmas Mittens

  • Publisher: Métis Cultural Education Materials
  • Year: 2008
  • Description: A cultural guide explaining the Métis tradition of making mittens as gifts for loved ones during the winter and Christmas season.

Métis Nation British Columbia Citizenship Registry Guide 

  • Publisher: Métis Nation British Columbia
  • Year: 2007
  • Description: Information explaining how to apply for Métis citizenship and the significance of belonging to the Métis Nation.


Media


The Métis of British Columbia: Music and Dance (DVD)

  • Publisher: Métis Nation British Columbia
  • Year: 2003
  • Description: A video resource exploring Métis music and dance traditions, including fiddling and the Métis jig.

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