Joshua Learns From the Land

When the fall harvest begins, Joshua looks forward to eating Kokum's delicious moose meat stew at family feasts. He loves being on the land, and he can't wait to go moose hunting with his kokum. Together, Joshua and Kokum walk through the forest and look for animal tracks. A wonderful cultural learning experience for 5- to 8-year-olds!

Learn about the rhythms of the seasons with Joshua in this captivating read-aloud story for ages 5 to 8. Joshua loves being on the land. When the weather is warm, Joshua and his dad gather mint from the shores of Animbiigoo Zaagi'igan Anishinaabek (Lake Nipigon First Nation) in northeastern Ontario. But when will that be? It's not when the leaves are changing colour. It's not when the snow falls from the sky. It's not when the flowers are budding. When is it time to gather mint from the land? In the back of the book, find a glossary and pronunciation guide for the Swampy Cree and Anishinaabemowin words featured throughout the story.