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ningwakwe learning press ningwakwe learning press nlp has been publishing culturally appropriate resources for the aboriginal literacy field in north america since 1996 by developing and distributing essential skills learning materials nlp provides needed resources to literacy students and programs across canada which in turn enables them to support development of employability skills and support the transition to independence nlp acknowledges the financial support of the province of ontario through the ontario ministry of training colleges and universities for our publishing activities mailing address saugeen first nation gmb #56 site 3a southampton ontario canada n0h 2l0 publishing centre 1190 2nd avenue east 3rd floor owen sound on n4k 2h9 e booksales@ningwakwe.on.ca phone 1-888-551-9757 519 372-9855 fax 519 372-1684 www.ningwakwe.on.ca www.firstnationliteracy.com 2011 issue 2 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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contents new releases 4 reading resources level 1 6 level 2 6 level 3 7 level 4 9 level 5 12 workbooks 14 educator s resources 17 language material 18 level information 19 the literacy and basic skills literacy lbs reading levels 1-5 are shown beside each student book in this catalogue for more information on what grade level or essential skill level these may be associated with please see page 19 visit the assessing literacy reading levels document on our website teacher s guides and student activities are available for download at www.firstnationliteracy.com download for the reading books marked with the above icon you may also purchase these additional resources by contacting the sales department phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684 3

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new releases seven gifts for cedar by cherie dimaline seven-year-old cedar lives in a big city with her mom and travels to the georgian bay area of ontario to stay with her dad s family on the reserve every summer she receives some very valuable gifts during her summer visits this charming and descriptive story teaches the core traditional first nation cultural values in a contemporary setting it portrays the strong ties that exist within first nation families and communities date 2010 isbn 978-1-897541-11-1 56 pgs 24.95 the families-read-together format of this book includes two different reading levels lbs reading level 5 in smaller-print text is intended for the adult to read aloud to the child larger-print text in the book is intended for the child to read it is at a grade 2 or a lbs level 2 the content targets 7-10 year olds related families-read-together books the truth about nibbles page 7 beadwork first peoples beading history and techniques by christi belcourt first nations métis and inuit beadwork are beautiful art forms that are unique to north america beadwork is not simple decoration but also an expression of identity it is an art form that connects us to the skills the sacrifices and the creativity of our ancestors beadwork carries images that are ancient and reflect spiritual beliefs and even more than that beadwork is a healing art date 2010 isbn 978-1-897541-25-8 62 pgs 24.95 related traditional knowledge traditional skills books drum making page 11 harvesting page 11 beadwork explores the history of beads the cultural and spiritual significance of beadwork various techniques used in beadwork regional styles in canada and diagrams and step-bystep instructions for different techniques 4 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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new releases are you ready to mind your own business by narda kathaleen iulg so you think you would like to start your own business whatever the reason you have for starting your own business this workbook asks you questions that will help focus your thinking in the right direction when you are done working through this book you will know what you are getting into and be prepared for almost anything the business world can throw at you author narda kathaleen iulg talks to you from her own experience in this first nation specific resource on being an entrepreneur date 2010 isbn 978-1-897541-14-2 138 pgs 29.95 a new vision guiding aboriginal literacy by ningwakwe george a new vision guiding aboriginal literacy is the followup to vision guiding native literacy that was published over a dozen years ago this book will explore themes and criteria for best practices that many have found contribute to success in literacy for aboriginal learners across canada it highlights some unique definitions of aboriginal literacy that have been developed by different groups and projects across canada date 2010 isbn 978-1-897541-27-2 48 pgs 14.95 related books vision guiding native literacy page 17 sinew and sage 4 aboriginal literacy workbook 4 by mary shem this lbs level 4 workbook will provide the student with practice exercises to expand their vocabulary create their own original pieces of writing and reinforce the basic grammar skills learned in the earlier workbooks in this series all of this is done with content that assists to elaborate and understand the contemporary issues and facts of firstnation societies in canada related books sinew and sage 1 page 14 sinew and sage 2 page 14 sinew and sage 3 page 14 date 2010 isbn 978-1-897541-26-5 72 pgs 19.95 phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684 5

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reading resources ningwakwe s abc book aboriginal illustrations of the alphabet illustrated by doug maracle vibrant watercolour illustrations create a stimulating learning date 2008 2nd printing isbn 978-1-896832-26-5 56 pgs 24.95 environment of the alphabet aboriginal cultural objects teachings people and activities make this a joy to read for all ages through the eyes of our elders cooking by letitia root sharon george anissa nashkewa step-by-step directions supply lists and detailed photos walk date 2004 isbn 978-1-896832-46-3 48 pgs $9.95 the reader through the making of bannock or scone and corn soup ojibwe elders supplied the knowledge and expertise for this fun project that teaches you a few traditional ojibwe cooking recipes through the eyes of our elders quilting by letitia root sharon george anissa nashkewa date 2004 isbn 978-1-896832-48-7 36 pgs $9.95 you could make your own quilt by following the easy-read text and accompanying photos ojibwe elders provided the knowledge and expertise for this fun project this booklet could be used as a craft guide or as a cultural reading material through the eyes of our elders quill basket making by letitia root sharon george anissa nashkewa date 2004 isbn 978-1-896832-47-0 36 pgs $9.95 this 36 page booklet explains step by step the process of making a quill basket with easy-read text and photos ojibwe elders provided the knowledge and expertise for this fun project frybread by ferguson plain date 2003 isbn 978-1-896832-39-5 28 pgs $14.95 dakota s friends had never seen frybread before dakota explains how it is made frybread scone bannock or gullet there are as many ways to call it as there is to make it written and illustrated by ferguson plain he combines elements of his ojibwe culture with realism and mysticism in his drawing 6 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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reading resources potato soup by ferguson plain date 2004 isbn 978-1-896832-49-4 68 pgs $24.95 jethro entertains his guest with one of his famous stories over a bowl of his even-more-famous pinaboo potato soup jethro tells a story of the great nanaboozho and how he tried to catch waaboos rabbit it is a fun story of why the rabbit has long ears and back feet the truth about nibbles by lenore keeshig-tobias david mclaren date 2005 isbn 978-1-896832-52-4 64 pgs $24.95 authors lenore keeshig-tobias and david mclaren have masterfully incorporated a contemporary first nation family in their day to day setting with traditional teachings in a humourous and insightful story the families-read-together format features two levels of reading the illustrated history of the chippewas of nawash teacher s guide on page 17 illustrated by polly keeshig-tobias date 1996 isbn 0-9680904-0-0 90 pgs $24.95 the comic book storyline was developed to present locally specific historical facts about first nation territorial and fishing rights around the owen sound and cape croker areas cedar child hear the teachings by annie ashamock annie ashamock has written this strong moving story date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-76-0 36 pgs $24.95 about a first nation woman s life experiences it is a story with a theme that is shared through the different indigenous cultures of turtle island the traditional oral teachings and method of storytelling is attempted to be recreated in the accompanying cd that tells the same story in ojibwe journeys of the spirit various authors this anthology series features writings by first nation date 2000 isbn 978-1-896832-20-3 64 pgs 15.95 inuit and métis literacy learners from across canada journeys of the spirit provides the reader with a variety of voices and realities as learners share their triumphs and struggles through their stories and poetry phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684 7

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reading resources journeys of the spirit ii various authors date 2003 isbn 978-1-896832-42-5 80 pgs $15.95 we hope that these writings will help to inspire other learners and authors as well as promoting a deeper understanding of the issues facing first nation inuit and métis people in canada journeys of the spirit iii various authors nlp s third successful collection of adult learners writings showcases their learning journey date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-82-1 92 pgs $15.95 healthy life series volume 1 choosing life bobby s story by dr gilles pinette this emotional story is about a first nation youth struggling date 2002 isbn 978-1-896832-33-3 28 pgs $9.95 with his friend s suicide it includes warnings signs and what to do if you know someone is suicidal dr pinette blends evidencebased western medicine with traditional indigenous teachings on health healthy life series volume 2 diabetes and diet ivan s story by dr gilles pinette forty-year-old ivan has been diagnosed with diabetes like so date 2002 isbn 978-1-896832-34-0 28 pgs $9.95 many other first nation people ivan s success story is about him taking control of diabetes rather than letting the disease rule his life this book can be used for personal education or to teach others on diabetes and diet healthy life series volume 3 healthy pregnancy jenny s story by dr gilles pinette date 2002 isbn 978-1-89683232-6 24 pgs $9.95 a young couple want to have a baby they knew that preparing for a healthy pregnancy is the first step jenny learns to stay healthy in all areas of the medicine wheel in order to give their baby the best start in life 8 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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reading resources healthy life series volume 4 emotional wellness by dr george renfrey in the tradition of our culture this teaching about emotional welldate 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-62-3 24 pgs $9.95 being will be told through a story mary started to recognize the signs of stress creeping into her life once more she knew it was time to do something about it before it led to depression healthy life series volume 5 understanding cancer by john rice in the tradition of our culture this teaching about understanding date 2008 isbn 978-1-896832-96-8 25 pgs $9.95 cancer in our communities will be told through a story a grandfather explains to his granddaughter the dangers of cancer and ways to cope honouring our peacekeepers an overview of aboriginal veterans peacekeepers by ningwakwe learning press date 2008 isbn 978-1-896832-57-9 28 pgs $9.95 for thousands of years the roles of peacekeeper warrior and veteran were extremely important for first nations people we recognize that these soldiers overcame great challenges and made inspiring sacrifices to help this nation they fought to make sure we keep our freedoms that we enjoy today take it away bear creek by mary elliott young people struggle with alcohol drugs personal issues date 2002 isbn 978-1-896832-40-1 40 pgs price 9.95 education and self identity the bear creek singers want to share their message of empowerment pride and identity so they can leave a good trail for other youth to follow this youthful magazinestyle layout includes photos and personal stories about this group of first nation youth from the sault ste marie area just reach out back to high school transition guide by dr fyre jean graveline michele graveline and amber graveline date 2008 isbn 978-1-897541-02-9 64 pgs $24.95 just reach out is for your journey through high school it is for students who are continuing on into high school returning to high school or relocating to a new program outside of their home community just reach out is based on bringing aboriginal ways of life learning and sharing into our everyday lives 9 phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684

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reading resources meet a musician derek miller by kim ziervogel award-winning guitarist song writer and music producer derek miller reflects on what it takes to be a successful musician career path choices date 2007 isbn isbn 978-1-896832-69-2 16 pgs $14.95 meet a dentist dennis hewitt by kim ziervogel date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-68-5 20 pgs $14.95 follow the road to becoming a dentist with dennis hewitt he charts out his inspiration challenges college years and first practical experience years this series of booklets showcases young canadian first nation inuit and métis people engaged in interesting careers it highlights their hard work and determination and some interesting facts about their chosen profession meet a police officer mueller sisters by kim ziervogel three albertan métis sisters join the royal mounted canadian police read about their journey to becoming police officers they provide a glimpse into what hard work and determination is required to reaching their goals date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-70-8 20 pgs $14.95 meet a journalist waubgeshig rice by kim ziervogel waub has been a reporter on canada s national news station cbc in winnipeg and now in ottawa before he went to cbc waub wasn t even a journalist how did he get his start in journalism date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-04-3 16 pgs $14.95 meet a veterinarian candace grier-lowe by kim ziervogel the inspiration candace found in her parents allowed her to pursue her goal of becoming a vet it is this strong sense of family which candace credits in helping her to understand the amazing bonds between families and their pets she says as she lovingly refers to pets as furry family members date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-05-0 16 pgs $14.95 10 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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reading resources meet a music industry professional ­ alan greyeyes by kim ziervogel alan is the aboriginal music program coordinator and provides date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-06-7 20 pgs $14.95 advice to aboriginal recording artists on everything from setting up a business to understanding the world of copyright find out more about his unique career and how it all began drum making a guide for the anishinaabe hand drum traditional knowledge traditional skills volume 1 by waubgeshig rice date 2005 isbn 978-1-896832-54-8 60 pgs $24.95 the drum has been a cornerstone of first nations culture since time immemorial this guidebook explores the roots of the anishinaabe hand drum and leads you through one contemporary method used to make your own hand drum harvesting traditional knowledge traditional skills volume 2 by edmund metatawabin date 2008 isbn 978-1-896832-71-5 60 pgs $24.95 james bay cree author edmund metatawabin provides specific details and photos that show the traditional methods of collecting berries and medicines conservation fishing and hunting techniques this inter-generational approach to sharing traditional knowledge is told in the form of a fictional story the potawatomi our history our story our future by arthur butch elliott date 2009 isbn 978-1-896832-99-9 34 pgs $22.95 the potawatomi is a summary of the stories that butch elliott told about his people capturing this storytelling tradition keeps history interesting and alive for future generations this book creates an understanding and awareness of the potawatomi as a distinct people with an important history stray dog moccasins by marilyn dumont from award winning author marilyn dumont comes the story of wryly a young métis man surviving on the streets of edmonton while chasing his dream of becoming a filmmaker wryly s easy to-read story brings you inside a contemporary urban aboriginal world you won t soon forget date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-08-1 95 pgs $14.95 phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684 11

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reading resources laughter is good medicine ­ don burnstick by waubgeshig rice date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-07-4 95 pgs $14.95 don burnstick s world-famous aboriginal comedian message has always been constant laugh stay positive and never give up don has been a catalyst in the healing and wellness movement for the past twenty years and has used humour and performance to provide a holistic approach to healing story keepers conversations with aboriginal writers by jennifer david today first nation inuit and métis writers are transforming a date 2005 isbn 978-1-896832-51-7 100 pgs $19.95 strong oral storytelling tradition into a written one meet jeanette armstrong louise halfe maria campbell drew hayden taylor basil johnston ruby slipperjack-farell gregory scofield armand ruffo richard van camp and lee maracle our original games a look at aboriginal sport in canada by bruce miller date 2008 2nd printing isbn 978-1-896832-30-2 68 pgs $14.95 this book provides a unique look at first nation inuit and métis people of north america and how sport and recreation was an integral part of life for us then and still is today first nation inuit and métis sport role models are highlighted for their achievement and contribution to our community and society zaagidiwin is a many splendoured thing love laughter and learning stories from aboriginal writers various authors award winning author drew hayden taylor has written the date 2008 isbn 978-1-896832-90-6 106 pgs $24.95 foreword to this unique compilation of short stories about one of life s most passionate emotions ­ love the power of alliance a history of the three fires confederacy by larry leblanc this historical novel is set between 1615 and 1662 and focuses date 2002 isbn 1-896832-25-3 194 pgs 24.95 on the original people of manitoulin island in ontario it tells the story of the three fires confederacy the ojibwe odawa-ottawa and potawatomi it illustrates the success that comes to these three tribes when they join forces 12 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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reading resources moving beyond understanding the impacts of residential schools by brent stonefish canada s residential school system continues to have a great impact date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-81-4 64 pgs $19.95 on first nation people the focus of this book is to highlight some positive approaches and paths to healing and will promote healthy individuals families and communities winning in your workplace for aboriginal workers by ningwakwe priscilla george this informative guide is told in a narrative fashion it includes date 2008 isbn 978-1-896832-88-3 36 pgs $24.95 tips tricks and many `unwritten rules that will assist first nation inuit and métis employees to succeed in their workplace success in your studies for aboriginal students by brent stonefish this book will help first nation inuit and métis adult date 2007 isbn 978-1-89683277-7 learners excel and achieve their educational goals when attending a post-secondary program it looks at the various aspects of student life that one may face while going to school these aspects include such things as academics economics social family health and the most important part one s own personal well-being careers in the skilled trades a resource for aboriginal people by jennifer david date 2008 isbn 978-1-896832-93-7 64 pgs $24.95 so you think you might want to be an apprentice this handbook will help guide you through the steps you need to make an informed decision about apprenticeships it will tell you about all the possible jobs available how to train for those jobs and what to expect as part of an apprenticeship program find nlp on the internet www.ningwakwe.on.ca www.firstnationliteracy.com twitter firstnationbook phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684 13

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workbooks sinew and sage work book series sinew is like reading and writing it is the strength that binds your life skills together the spirit of this workbook is the cultural teachings and stories you will learn while doing the grammar lessons sage represents the spirit this aboriginal culturebased workbook series focuses on learning the fundamentals of grammar and writing the student-approved short-story format with easy to follow instructions and a predictable sequence of lessons make these workbooks learner-friendly sinew and sage 1 aboriginal literacy workbook by melanie ferris sinew and sage 2 aboriginal literacy workbook by melanie ferris date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-75-3 36 pgs $9.95 date 2007 isbn 978-1-896832-78-4 36 pgs $9.95 sinew and sage 3 aboriginal literacy workbook by melanie ferris sinew and sage 4 aboriginal literacy workbook by mary shem date 2009 isbn 978-1-896832-94-4 72 pgs $12.95 date 2010 isbn 978-1-897541-26-5 72 pgs $19.95 fire and water original teachings today s duties by nancy cooper learn about two of the responsibilities that were given to men and women fire and water this book will provide examples of how men and women today are still being responsible for these teachings through their activism the cd includes an audio version of the ojibwe creation story date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-00-5 24 pgs $19.95 exploring measurement by rhonda hopkins and robin king-stonefish date 2003 isbn 978-1-896832-41-8 44 pgs $14.95 this measurement workbook will help to build the literacy learner s knowledge and skills of measurement from a contemporary anishnaabe view this workbook includes comparisons and information that relates to how the anishnaabe viewed and used measurements answer key included grade 3+4 14 phone 1-888-551-9757 · www.ningwakwe.on.ca · fax 1-519-372-1684

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workbooks cree people of james bay omuskegowak by annie ashamock this workbook about the cree people of the james bay area date 2003 isbn 978-1-896832-43-2 64 pgs $14.95 is written in syllabics there are stories with accompanying literacy exercises in cree the stories have been translated into english in order to share with others the history and knowledge of these people grade 3+4 fill it in working with forms by christianna jones and kate thompson date 2009 isbn 978-1-897541-03-6 80 pgs $19.95 forms are very common today but many people feel confused about them fill it in contains paper-based and links to internet forms that touch on work personal and school life it also explains many of the rules about forms that may not normally be explained 10 legends workbook ojibwa and iroquois legends edited by jim tole date 1998 isbn 978-1-896832-08-1 90 pgs $12.95 each of the ten teachings are followed by the same type and order of activities repetition can be reassuring for new readers because there is a predictable pattern there is an answer key for all the exercises in the back grade 5+6 feathers of freedom by sharon bannon this literacy workbook focuses on issues and concerns that may be relevant to first nation inuit and métis inmates and parolees of correctional institutions as well as other learners embracing the holistic approach to literacy this workbook incorporates spiritual teachings with reading and writing fundamentals and exercises grade 5+6 date 2002 isbn 978-1-896832-35-7 63 pgs $14.95 a history of the ojibwe people by mike anderson and miranda perrault date 1998 isbn 1-896832-09-1 48 pgs $9.95 this workbook contains basic information about the ojibwe culture and lifestyles specific to the rainy river district recipes ojibwe words and translated stories are included along with exercises for each section grade 5+6 phone 1-519-372-9855 · www.firstnationliteracy.com · fax 1-519-372-1684 15

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