This interactive workbook by Carrie, Kelly, and River Armstrong shares their interpretation of the Medicine Wheel Teachings as taught to them by Elder Francis Whiskeyjack. This book, divided into the quadrants of the Medicine Wheel, explores the individual components of each quadrant as well as the components as a whole. Younger students can learn basic concepts for each quadrant, e.g., directions and colours, while older students can learn beyond the basics, to such things as medicines and elements. Medicine Wheel Workbook: Finding Your Healthy Balance would be a welcome addition to any elementary school library or classroom to help students learn about the importance of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth and health. This book is well balanced and easy to navigate, with colourful graphics to broaden one’s perspective of the Teachings.

Other End Matter: Table of Contents, How to use this book, Student Activity Pages
Images: Colour illustrations
Contributor Affiliation: Authors Carrie, Kelly, and River Armstrong (Métis) Illustrator Eden Sunflower (Cree)
Bibliography: Yes
Index: No

Source: Books BC - Indigenous Books for Schools

Carrie is a proud Metis woman, teacher, and award-winning business woman who has founded and created the Indigenous-themed beauty product and tea company, Mother Earth Essentials. It's mission is to educate Canadians on the beauty of Indigenous culture and contributions made by Indigenous people. Her company is based on education, awareness and a high quality line of retail products produced from traditional plants and recipes.Carrie worked in the cosmetic and spa industry for more than 15 years before returning to school to earn a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta. She taught at Amiskwaciy Academy, an Indigenous high school. The school had a traditional plant garden that Carrie used to create hands-on learning opportunities for her students. Seeing the positive reaction from the students was inspiring, she realized the need to start showcasing the beauty of her culture. These experiences as well as her background in aesthetics was the genesis for her own line of personal care products, Mother Earth Essentials. In 2018, her company, Mother Earth Essentials, began working with Manitobah Mukluks. The have helped her to grow Mother Earth Essentials.Carrie was born and raised in Alberta, learning Indigenous traditions from her grandmother. She is a dedicated mother of three incredible kids. For her, family comes first and is the central focus of her life. "I really felt my grandmother’s hand guiding me. I had been disconnected from my Indigenous traditions and roots. It was at the school that I learned more about my own community and our traditions, rekindling my own cultural pride. I could relate to each and every one of the students." –Carrie

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