The Raven and the Loon (PB) 2007 adds a commentary relating Nelson’s

adds a commentary relating Nelson’s writing to his own knowledge of Cree spirituality in Saskatchewan

Based on Louise Erdrich’s own family history

Stonechild explores the underlying philosophy of his people's teachings to demonstrate that Indigenous spirituality can speak to our urgent

The lesson plans can be implemented immediately and effectively in the school environment

Anna still has issues at school when some boys call her names because of skin colour

The Raven and the Loon (PB) 2007 adds a commentary relating Nelson’sThe Raven and the Loon is a picture book retelling of a traditional Inuit legend explaining why Raven has black feathers and why Loon has flat feet. Storytellers Rachel and Sean Qitsualik Tinsley have created a charming children's book for primary students. In the beginning both the Loon and Raven had white feathers. They both felt their white feathers and snow covered landscape made for a boring life. Mischievous Raven decided to visit Loon on day in