Description
Gii-bi-gaachiiyaanh: When I Was a Child written by Ojibwe language teacher Shirley Williams is a dual language picture book about Shirley's childhood memories. Told in English and Ojibwe languages the memories of her father's gentle teachings about listening during a fishing trip will appeal to all readers. Both of Shirley's parents wanted their daughter to observe and listen to the world around her in order to understand her culture. Told in the form of a repetitive poem the text identifies the land, water, wind and rocks all around their canoe journey. The readers will learn about the importance of the land to the Ojibwe. Always being thankful for the world around us is the main message as well as being aware of the natural world and their roles. The font size is suitable for younger readers and the Ojibwe text will introduce a second language in this illustrated book. Recommended.