Janice Briggs

If you loved Giju’s Gift may I recommend "The Girl and the Wolf" by Katherena Vermette #ShelfieTalk

A7 The Wabanaki Collection, which provides ready-to-go teaching resources, lesson plans, and materials about the Indigenous peoples of Atlantic Canada. These resources can help integrate Wabanaki perspectives into the curriculum.#ShelfieTalk

Q6 They can create new adventures for Mali and Puug or write about their own experiences with special gifts or cultural traditions. #ShelfieTalk

A5  It promotes cultural representation, empathy, and creativity while supporting Indigenous authors. #ShelfieTalk

A4 This glossary helps bridge any gaps in knowledge, making the narrative more accessible and enriching the reading experience #ShelfieTalk

A3 One of the most memorable images from "Giju's Gift" is the panel where Mali first encounters Puug. The illustration captures the magical and mysterious aura of the pugulatmu'j, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the scene to life. #ShelfieTalk

A2 I love that the themes of friendship, courage, and the magic of childhood wonder are universal and deeply touching, making this a story that can inspire readers of all ages. #ShelfieTalk

@ShelfieTalk A1 Giju's Gift is rich cultural storytelling that weaves traditional Mi'kmaq legends into a modern narrative.

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Jan here from Grand Falls. Happy to be joining you all. #ShelfieTalk

A6 Such a useful resource when teaching the Sustainable Development Goal #15 Life on Land, outdoor learning, quick writes and oh the Art opportunities. #shelfietalk

A5 I was moved by Chief Charles’ wisdom, who was the inspiration to write this book “Look underground and all those trees are holding hands. We as people must do the same.” Very Powerful. #shelfietalk

A4 The story emphasizes being in touch with our environment and having the ability to see things from another’s perspective including nature. Through a strong connection to our land, it will sustain itself with no compromise to future generations. #shelfietalk

A3 " When we walk together in a good way, we remember Mawikwayk. Together we are strong. When we take care of the Land and Water, the Land and Water take care of us." I hope we are not too late to learn this. #shelfietalk

@sonjawright "Again and Again"

A2 The concept of Two-Eyed Seeing bringing together the strengths of indigenous and non-indigenous ways of knowing, to help protect Mother Earth. #shelfietalk

@ShelfieTalk #shelfietalk A1 The story explains the idea of Two-Eyed Seeing that tells us to not separate ourselves from land but to walk together in harmony and to see it as one another so we can learn and grow together.

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@ShelfieTalk Happy to be chatting with you all from Grand Falls.

@ShelfieTalk A8 Thank you Kobi and Elise, you have helped me understand the little things in a new way and how important perseverance is. You have encouraged each of us to pause and take in the beauty of our world and the people around us. #shelfietalk

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@ShelfieTalk A7: If you loved Noticing may I recommend Trying. #shelfietalk

@ShelfieTalk A6: As educators, we are the artist in this story teaching young minds. Perhaps we can teach our students to see things with fresh eyes and a new perspective and notice our surroundings with as much optimism as possible. #shelfietalk

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