This Is What I’ve Been Told
This Is What I’ve Been Told by Juliana Armstrong is a bilingual book published by Medicine Wheel Education in 2021, featuring 34 pages. The work focuses on the importance of passing down teachings from one generation to the next, emphasizing how language, knowledge, and culture are interconnected. Through her role as an Anishnaabemowin language teacher and illustrator, Armstrong shares Anishnaabemowin words and their cultural significance, drawing from her Ojibway heritage.
Readers will discover a narrative that highlights the value of language preservation and the teachings of Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island. The book explores themes of family, diversity, and personal growth, making it a meaningful resource for understanding cultural connections. This edition aims to inspire respect and appreciation for Indigenous cultures, presenting a unique perspective on the importance of intergenerational knowledge sharing.
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It’s been said when teachings are passed down from one generation to the next, good things can happen. Language is learned, knowledge is shared, and culture is practiced.
In this story of language preservation, Author/Illustrator and Anishnaabemowin language teacher Juliana Armstrong illuminates a number of Anishnaabemowin words along with their cultural connections, passed down from her Ojibway ancestors.
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.
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