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Owls See Clearly at Night/LII Yiiboo Nayaapiwak LII Swer

A Michif Alphabet/l'Alfabet Di Michif
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Description

This picture book is a small glimpse, from A to Z, of some of the sights and sounds of the Michif language and its speakers. The language of the Metis, Michif is a combination of French and Cree with a trace of other regional languages. Once spoken by thousands of people across the prairies of Canada and the northern United States, Michif is now so little spoken that it might disappear within a generation. This alphabet book is part of a resurgence to celebrate and preserve the traditions of the Metis people. Here Michif and English words combine with images from Metis culture to introduce all generations to the unique Michif language. The book even includes a brief introduction to the language's history, a pronunciation guide, and a list of references for those interested in learning more about Michif.

Author Biography:

Julie Flett studied Fine Arts at Concordia University and Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design. She is the recipient of the Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature Prize and nominee for the Governor General's Award for Children's Literature for her book for Owls See Clearly at Night (Lii Yiiboo Nayaapiwak lii Swer): A Michif Alphabet (L'alfabet di Michif ). Julie is Cree-MeĀ“tis, and currently lives in Vancouver, BC.
Release date Australia
July 9th, 2024
Audience
  • Children / Juvenile
Contributor
  • Illustrated by Julie Flett
Interest Age
From 6 to 9 years
Pages
56
Reading Age
From 5 to 8 years
ISBN-13
9781772290592
Product ID
35796136

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