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We Belong to the Drum Hardcover – Picture Book, May 16, 2023

by Sandra Lamouche (Author), Azby Whitecalf (Illustrator)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 2 ratings
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The drum represents the heartbeat of Mother Earth. We all belong to the earth and we all belong to the drum.

Nikosis grew up going to powwows with his family, happily immersed in music, dance and the sounds of the drum. But when he starts going to daycare, he doesn’t feel like he belongs. Nikosis cries every time his mother leaves him in the unfamiliar environment until, one day, she and the teachers use drums to help Nikosis find connection and comfort.

Inspired by her son’s experience―and her family's love of powwow music and dance―Indigenous educator and champion hoop dancer Sandra Lamouche shares this uplifting true story of the transformative effects of culturally safe and inclusive early childhood education.

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  1. Reading age
    3 - 5 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - Kindergarten
  5. Lexile measure
    AD520L
  6. Dimensions
    8.75 x 0.31 x 10.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Orca Book Publishers
  8. Publication date
    May 16, 2023
  9. ISBN-10
    1459834356
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1459834354
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PreS-Gr 3—Based on her son's experience, Cree author Lamouche presents a story of how a young child overcomes separation anxiety. In Cree tradition, the drum represents the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Nikosis first heard the sound of the drum within the womb, when he heard his mother's heartbeat. Nikosis and his grandmother (Okhoma), mother (Okawiya), and father (Oktawiya) spend summers at powwow gatherings. Surrounded by family and friends, he sings and dances until "the drum made him want to have a nap." When his mother first leaves him at daycare, Nikosis cries, body rigid with fear. His mother asks the daycare teacher to play a CD of powwow music. The teacher complies and passes out drums so the other children can play along. When Nikosis hears the music he associates with family and cultural identity, he feels welcome. The next day, he can't wait to join his new friends and rushes outside, with his shirt inside-out. Cree illustrator Whitecalf uses flowing lines and colorful details to enliven this simple yet emotionally resonant story. VERDICT Offering an appreciative glimpse of Cree culture and traditions, and a gentle message of inclusion, this is a welcome addition to the "first day of school" shelves in school and public libraries.—Marilyn Taniguchi

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“Flowing lines and colorful details to enliven this simple yet emotionally resonant story. ­Offering an appreciative glimpse of Cree culture and traditions, and a gentle message of ­inclusion, this is a welcome addition to the ‘first day of school’ shelves in school and public ­libraries.” ― School Library Journal

“This upbeat story, accompanied by exuberant watercolor illustrations, demonstrates the power of sharing and appreciating varying cultures.” ― Booklist

“A delightful picture book…Tells a classic family story of a child’s introduction to the world outside of their family and the growing pains involved. Lamouche sweetly emphasizes the importance of family and culture, particularly for Indigenous families.” ― CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“Bold watercolor illustrations clearly capture Nikosis’s many moods and energy of the drum…Recommended.”

― Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD)

“This title exemplifies the importance of inclusion and belonging and offers a sense of community, whether it be with family, at cultural events or at daycare. The illustrations are bright, vivid, and joyful and they serve as a wonderful supplement to the text. Recommended for school, home and public libraries.”

― Canadian Children's Book Centre (CCBC) Canadian Children’s Book News

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Orca Book Publishers (May 16, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1459834356
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1459834354
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 5 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD520L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - Kindergarten
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.31 x 10.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Azby Whitecalf

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I’m Azby Whitecalf, I’m an Plains Cree Character Designer and Illustrator based out of Saskatchewan

My practice revolves creating fun and exciting stories with memorable and unique characters. An important part of my practice is that I am creating accurate and positive representation of Indigenous peoples and cultures and exploring what it is to portray Indigenous people in a way that captures their multi dimensional identity. I enjoy working with bright colours, strong contrast and fun shapes.

I love to work on children’s books, cartoon storyboards and character development, comics and graphic novels.

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