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The Gathering

Theresa Meuse

Alex is attending her first Mi'kmaw spiritual gathering, or mawiomi. Though she is timid at first, older cousin Matthew takes her under his wing. Meeting Elders along the way, they learn about traditional Mi'kmaw culture: the sacred fire, drumming, tanning and moccasin decorating, basket- and canoe-making, and enjoy a Mi'kmaw feast. Most importantly, Alex finds her voice in the talking circle.

With contemporary illustrations by the bestselling illustrator Art Stevens, The Gathering is an inclusive story that will educate and entertain Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers alike.

GenresJuvenile FictionFamilyMultigenerationalHolidays & CelebrationsPeople & PlacesIndigenous Peoples of Turtle Island

32 pages

English edition · First published 2018 by Nimbus Publishing (CN) · ISBN 9781771084666

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