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This Place: 150 Years Retold

Author/Publisher/Website: Akiwenzi-Damm, K.; Assu, S.; Mitchell, B.
Copyright: 2019
Evaluation/Record Entry Date: Apr/2020
Submitting suppliers/Website: Not Available
Primary Identifier: 9781553797586
Recommended Grades and Subjects/Courses: 6-12
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Resource Description

Readers explore Canadian history through the eyes of Indigenous artists and authors, uncovering and celebrating Indigenous worldviews and perspectives through stylistically-rich narratives and vivid artistic portrayals. This graphic novel is an anthology of Indigenous voice in Canadian history and uses unique storytelling and graphic design to highlight the 150-year timeline of colonial impact. “This Place: 150 Years Retold” supports the curriculum for Grade 6–12, and lends itself well as a resource that highlights the importance of Indigenous worldviews, enhancing readers’ understanding of Indigenous cultures. The content promotes critical and reflective thinking about the Indigenous narratives in Canadian history, allowing for deeper inquiries into Indigenous communities, perspectives, storytelling, and voices. Log in to read the full review.
Tags: Indigenous / oral storytelling / graphic novel / Indigenous authors / Indigenous voice / Indigenous artists / Indigenous history / Canadian history / Truth and Reconciliation / anthology / Indigenous perspective / Indigenous worldview / visual / First Nations / Métis / Inuit / storytelling tradition / Canada 150 / culture / timeline / Oka / shaman / warrior nation / Annie Bannatyne / Louis Riel / Red River / Billy Assu / windigo / Treaties / Indigenous Veterans / Indian Act / Francis Pegahmagabow / Inuit names / 60s scoop / Indian Residential School / Dene / National Indian Council / Chief Frank T'Seleie / Fort Good Hope / environment protectors / land defenders / water protectors / Listuguj Salmon Raids / Meech Lake Accord
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