This beautifully illustrated book by Phyllis Webstad, founder of Orange Shirt Day, shares emotions and expresses feelings in a poetic way that will satisfy her readers. Webstad reminds readers that we all have feelings and that Every Child Matters. For true reconciliation to take place, people of all ages must make an effort to do what they can to learn about the true history of our Nation. With Our Orange Hearts delivers an important message to young readers and audiences in a gentle way that will contribute to reconciliation. This book is a great addition to any primary and lower-level intermediate class library.

Images: Colour illustrations
Contributor Affiliation: Author Phyllis Webstad (Northern Secwépemc from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation), Illustrator Emily Kewageshig (Anishnaabe)
Bibliography: Yes
Index: No

Source: Books BC - Indigenous Books for Schools

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EMILY KEWAGESHIG is an Anishnaabe artist and visual storyteller whose work captures the interconnection of life forms using both traditional and contemporary materials and methods. She creates artwork that highlights Indigenous knowledge and culture. Emily is from Saugeen First Nation in Ontario, Canada.

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