In honor of Native American Heritage Month (November), we would like to recommend the following excellent Indigenous Learning Resources.

These are all made available on the recommendation of Indigenous staff, advisors, and partners, and are all written, created, developed and offered by Indigenous authors, educators, and artists, and offered in partnership with a variety of Indigenous publishers, partners, and organizations.

Workshops & Courses for Educators

1. Fall, 2024 – Spring, 2025: 4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning — with 12 incredible Indigenous presenters!
2. Ongoing: Indigenous Language Learning Courses 
3. November 19: Whispers of the Earth: A Journey through Indigenous Wisdom

Books for Adults

1. Native Science: Natural Laws of Interdependence by Dr. Gregory Cajete
2. Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer
3. Pre-orders Available! The Serviceberry: An Economy of Gifts and Abundance by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer

Resources for Educators

1. Heartbeat of the Earth: A Handbook on Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings
2. Natural Curiosity: The Importance of Indigenous Perspectives in Children’s Environmental Inquiry
3. Wayi Wah! Indigenous Pedagogies: An Act for Reconciliation and Anti-Racist Education 

Resources for Secondary/Post-Secondary Learners

1. Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults
2. The Journey Forward: 2 Novellas on Reconciliation for Youth
3. Groundswell: Indigenous Knowledge and a Call to Action for Climate Change

Resources for Intermediate/Middle School Learners

1. Walking Together: Two-Eyed Seeing Children’s Book
2. We Are All Connected Indigenous Biodiversity Book Bundle
3. Pacific Northwest Plant Cards

Resources for Primary/Early Years Learners

1. Indigenous Learning Bundle: Animals Care for Mother Earth
2. Together We Drum, Our Hearts Beat As One
3. Indigenous Finger Puppet Animal Set

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