Remember Who You Are

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by Leona Prince

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You are more powerful than you imagine. In this lyrical picture book, young readers are reminded of their cultural roots, the wisdom of their ancestors and their own potential. Each page offers an affirmation about identity, respect, love and truth, encouraging all children to embrace their unique gifts and power. From the resilience flowing through their veins to the knowledge written in the stars, Remember Who You Are inspires children to see themselves as integral parts of their community, capable of great leadership and great kindness. Perfect for bedtime reading and classroom discussions, this book fosters a deep sense of belonging and pride by celebrating Indigenous heritage and reminding young readers who they truly are. Bilingual edition (English and Plains Cree) available as Remember Who You Are / kiskisi awîna kiya . Also available in French as N'oublie jamais qui tu es . “Via empowering stanzas that end with the words 'remember who you are,' the authors Prince, sisters from the Lake Babine Nation and Nak’azdli Whut’en, present teachings as a means of tapping into ancestry to create a strong tomorrow. Reiterative, singsong lines reference matriarchal cultures, ancestor resilience, truth-speaking, and more.” ― Publishers Weekly You were born to be exactly who you are Leona Prince is from Nak'azdli Whut'en, is a proud member of the Lake Babine Nation and belongs to the Lhts'umusyoo (Beaver Clan). Leona is an award-winning educator and is currently the Director of Instruction for Indigenous Education for School District 91 Nechako Lakes. She is the author of A Dance Through the Seasons , published by WaveMaker Press, and the bestselling co-author of Be a Good Ancestor , published by Orca Book Publishers. Leona lives in Burns Lake, British Columbia. Gabrielle Prince is Dakelh from Lake Babine Nation and Nak'azdli Whut'en. She is an Intensive Youth Social Worker based in Prince George, British Columbia, where she is dedicated to supporting young people through culturally grounded, strength-based approaches. Gabrielle is also the bestselling co-author of Be a Good Ancestor , published by Orca Book Publishers. Beyond her professional role, Gabrielle finds joy in cultural traditions, time on the land and spending time with her family, friends and fur babies.  Sara General  belongs to the Turtle Clan and the Mohawk Nation. She lives in the community of Six Nations of the Grand River with her husband, three children and pet turtle. Sara holds a Doctor of Education from Western University, and she is a writer, an artist, a language learner and a researcher. In addition to her work for Spirit & Intent, an Indigenous publishing company she co-founded to make language books for her community, Sara’s writing has been published by Rubicon Books, Theytus Books,  Exile Quarterly ,  Hamilton Arts & Letters  and  Kayak Magazine.  Her illustrations have appeared in  Kayak Magazine  and in publications by the Smithsonian Centre for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.

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