Description
Orange Shirt Day is a powerful picture book published by Medicine Wheel Publishing, set to release in 2024. This transformative book delves deep into the significance of September 30th, known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. It honors the survivors of Residential Schools and their families while remembering the children who never returned home. Discover how this grassroots movement, originating from Williams Lake in British Columbia, has grown nationwide and beyond, igniting conversations about the lasting impacts of these schools on Indigenous communities.
The Orange Shirt Day book encourages readers to engage with essential themes such as reconciliation, empathy, and understanding of historical injustices faced by Indigenous Peoples. With insightful reflection questions at the end of each chapter and a showcase of heartfelt student art submissions, this award-winning picture book aims to inspire champions for a just and inclusive society where 'Every Child Matters'.
As a perfect educational resource for families and schools, this book is not just for readers on September 30th but all year round. Support this vital movement by incorporating thoughtful discussions into your reading practices.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Celebrate reconciliation, educate future generations, and promote healing through this significant literary work.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781778540141
Format: Picture book
Year: 2024
Publisher: Medicine Wheel Publishing
Description:
Orange Shirt Day, observed annually on September 30th, is also known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is an official day to honour Residential School Survivors and their families, and to remember the children who did not come home.
What was initially envisioned as a way to keep the conversations going about all aspects of Residential Schools in Williams Lake and the Cariboo Region of British Columbia, Canada, has now expanded into a movement across Turtle Island and beyond.
Orange Shirt Day: September 30th aims to create champions who will walk a path of reconciliation and promote the message that 'Every Child Matters'.
This award-winning book explores a number of important topics including the historical, generational, and continual impacts of Residential Schools on Indigenous Peoples, the journey of the Orange Shirt Day movement, and how you can effectively participate in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. With end of chapter reflection questions and a series of student art submissions, readers are guided to explore how they, and others, view and participate in Residential School reconciliation.
Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed to sharing diverse voices and perspectives, creating a platform for stories that celebrate Indigenous cultures and inspire understanding and respect among readers of all ages.
The Orange Shirt Day book encourages readers to engage with essential themes such as reconciliation, empathy, and understanding of historical injustices faced by Indigenous Peoples. With insightful reflection questions at the end of each chapter and a showcase of heartfelt student art submissions, this award-winning picture book aims to inspire champions for a just and inclusive society where 'Every Child Matters'.
As a perfect educational resource for families and schools, this book is not just for readers on September 30th but all year round. Support this vital movement by incorporating thoughtful discussions into your reading practices.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Celebrate reconciliation, educate future generations, and promote healing through this significant literary work.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781778540141
Format: Picture book
Year: 2024
Publisher: Medicine Wheel Publishing
Description:
Orange Shirt Day, observed annually on September 30th, is also known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is an official day to honour Residential School Survivors and their families, and to remember the children who did not come home.
What was initially envisioned as a way to keep the conversations going about all aspects of Residential Schools in Williams Lake and the Cariboo Region of British Columbia, Canada, has now expanded into a movement across Turtle Island and beyond.
Orange Shirt Day: September 30th aims to create champions who will walk a path of reconciliation and promote the message that 'Every Child Matters'.
This award-winning book explores a number of important topics including the historical, generational, and continual impacts of Residential Schools on Indigenous Peoples, the journey of the Orange Shirt Day movement, and how you can effectively participate in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. With end of chapter reflection questions and a series of student art submissions, readers are guided to explore how they, and others, view and participate in Residential School reconciliation.
Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed to sharing diverse voices and perspectives, creating a platform for stories that celebrate Indigenous cultures and inspire understanding and respect among readers of all ages.