Wisdom Weavers: Explore the Ojibwe Language and the Meaning of Dreamcatchers
Wisdom Weavers introduces children to the Ojibwe language and the culture of dreams from an Indigenous perspective.
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About the Author and Honored Guest
Author
James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw
James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Ojibwe, is a renowned international speaker, digital creator, and author of The Seven Generations and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
– from the author’s website.
Illustrator
Marcus Trujillo
“My name is Marcus Trujillo (He/Him) and I am a tribal member with the Pueblo of Laguna. I began Graphic Design and Illustration with the vision to give back to my People through creative expression. Merging design with passions for social and environmental justice, I move forward to use my skill sets to embody solidarity with Indigenous communities and communities of color at large. I contribute my work for the Office of Laguna Learning in Laguna Pueblo; along with graphic design for Indigenous Educators. This work is meaningful to me because I believe that change and sustainability begin with collaborative efforts done by organizers, educators and leaders within the movement.”
– Bio from illustrator’s website.
Discussion Questions
- What did you already know about dream catchers? What is one thing you learned about dream catchers?
- What new words did you learn in Ojibwe?
- Think about your daily routine. What activities do you do? Are they the same or different from the characters in this book?
Learning Activities
- Talk to a friend about your daily routine.
- With an adult, search The Ojibwe People’s Dictionary for words you might use to describe your daily routine.
- Try playing the “Growing Up Ojibwe” game created by GLIFWC, available on Wisconsin First Nations.
Explore More
- Watch this wonderful interview with the author from Read Your World.
- Explore University of Minnesota’s Ojibwe Dictionary.
- Watch and listen to an author talk with James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw on Books are Good Medicine.