Follow a day in the life of a young Ojibwe child and learn key words and phrases from the Ojibwe language in this enchantingly illustrated childrens book. n The Ojibwe people are the largest Indigenous group of Turtle Island, now known as North America, and live around the present-day Great Lakes. After their land was taken by Europeans, many Ojibwe children were placed in boarding schools that forbid them to use their native language. Though this led to a decline in fluent speakers, there is a growing movement to restore the strength of the Ojibwe language. n n In Ojibwe culture, a dream catcher (izhion) protects people, especially children, from harm by catching bad dreams in its web and allowing good dreams to pass through the feathers hanging at the bottom. n nWisdom Weavers introduces children to the Ojibwe language from an Indigenous perspective. International speaker, author, and creator of Ojibwe Word of the Day, James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw, presents a selection of words and phrases throughout the day while his son learns about the Ojibwe tradition of the dream catcher. Created with children ages 6 to 11 (beginner- to mid-level readers) in mind, Wisdom Weavers is an engaging and accessible way for children to discover the Ojibwe language and learn key phrases and words like: n n n- How to welcome the morning - Mino-giizhigad n- How to say I love you - Gizhawenimin n- How to be grateful - Miigwech n- How to make an offering - Biindaakoojige n- School - Gikinooamaadiiwigamig n- Tree - Mitig n- Backpack -Bimiwanaan n- Sun - Giizis n- And more! n This inspiring story features a total of 72 words and phrases to learn in Ojibwe, introduced throughout the visually captivating and representative scenes from illustrator Marcus Trujillo, a tribal member with the Pueblo of Laguna in affiliation with the Village of Paraje. Also featuring a glossary of key terms, a brief history of the Ojibwe people and language, and a culturally accurate how-to guide for making a dream catcher at home, Wisdom Weavers immerses young people in a vibrant traditional culture while helping to keep the Ojibwe language and customs alive.