The Seven Grandparent Teachings: An Anishinaabe Folktale
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The Seven Grandparent Teachings: An Anishinaabe Folktale

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Folktales from the rich oral tradition of the Native American Anishinaabe, beautifully retold. The Seven Grandparent Teachings capture the wisdom of Anishinanaabe culture and values transmitted from parent to child that resonate today for all parents.
In one of the engaging seven teachings, children meet the bear: "The Bear gives us the gift of courage and teaches us to face our fears and bravely explore new ideas and adventures.

The Seven Grandparent Teachings is playfully illustrated, introducing children to a version of the traditional Native American folklore about the seven important virtues as passed down through generations. The seven characters dressed as the animals they represent helps teach the value of each of the teachings as well as the importance of being good to ourselves, others, and our surroundings. The reader can use the illustrations as a springboard to discussions about the importance of making good choices


Q & A:
Q1: Who is this book for?
A1: Children of all ages. The book is also perfect for an adult to read to a very young child and to explain the concept of the Seven Grandparent Teachings while the child will look at the playful illustrations for understanding.

Q2: How can this book be used:
A2: By concentrating on one or all of the teachings and showing children how each teaching can and should be used to guide them in making decisions.

Q3: How does this book help to broaden the child's perception of the world?
A3: By learning about self-worth, respect for others as well as our environment and actions that will make our world a better place to live.

Q4: Does this book teach us anything about animals?
A4: Yes. It teaches how they interact among themselves and how they impact our environment

Q5: Does this book teach us about Native American people?
A5: Yes. How they are the original immigrants to America and how they lived a life of harmony

Hardcover
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