Tag Archives: Ningwakwe

Aboriginal Writer/Consultants Wanted

Ningwakwe Learning Press is looking to hire 4 writer/consultants and 1 curriculum developer! You can read through the details for each material and topic we are looking for and the qualifications we are looking for under the ‘Opportunities’ link. Pass … Continue reading

Stray Dog Moccasins – Youth Novel

From award-winning author, Marilyn Dumont, comes the story of Wryly, a young Métis man surviving on the streets of Edmonton while chasing his dream of becoming a filmmaker. Searching for love, hope and success while dealing with the loss of … Continue reading

Remembering Aboriginal Heroes

The roles of peacekeeper, warrior and veteran have always been extremely important for First Nation, Métis and Inuit people. Today, veterans are revered at every community powwow and Remembrance Day ceremony. The eagle staff and flags are carried in with … Continue reading

Drum Making – Traditional Knowledge, Traditional Skills

I first started helping my dad make hand drums when I was a teenager. It was something he discovered a little later in life through his good friend Jake Sarazin, and he wanted to revive that ancient Anishinaabe art. Although … Continue reading

Fall 2010 Book Catalogue

Ningwakwe Learning Press develops and distributes literacy books and educational resources for use with First Nation, Métis and Inuit students. We now have around 75 titles in print for all reading levels. The topics of these books cover everything from traditional … Continue reading

Top 5 Things Publishers Look for in Writers

Top 5 Things Publishers Look for in Writers – meeting deadlines, communication, detail, credibility, knowledge Continue reading

New Book: Beadwork is a Healing Art

I had a wonderful experience researching this book. The interviews I conducted with Sherry Farrell Racette, Mariette Sutherland and Peter White were particularly revealing. The Elders all spoke about the important spiritual connection between personal expression and beadwork. More often than not, … Continue reading

Publishing House Created Out of Need & Creativity

I’ve had the privilege of being involved in Aboriginal adult literacy/basic education since 1985. Over the past quarter century, I’ve seen many changes in the way we work with Aboriginal adults.