{"title":"Juvenille Fiction--Indigenous--Animal Stories","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-animal-people-choose-a-leader-a-richard-wagamese-storybook","title":"The Animal People Choose a Leader: A Richard Wagamese Storybook","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor the first time, a children's book by renowned Ojibwe author Richard Wagamese! Book 1 in a new series, The Richard Wagamese Storybook Collection, with illustrations by the award-winning illustrator of \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAutumn Peltier, Water Warrior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Animal People Choose a Leader\u003c\/i\u003e is the first book in a new series that brings the unmistakable voice of beloved author Richard Wagamese to children. This tradition-steeped story meditates on the unifying power of wisdom, kindness and respect. Wagamese's original fable is paired with glorious illustrations by award-winning Anishinaabe artist Bridget George. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the \"Long Ago Time\" when animals of all kinds shared a common language, they gathered to choose a leader from amongst themselves. The candidates--swift Horse, strong Buffalo, wily Cougar, and stealthy Wolverine--were about to begin a race to determine the winner when they were joined by an unlikely contender: gentle, earnest Waabooz the rabbit. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDuring four eventful laps around a foreboding mountaintop lake, the competitors come to realize the limits of self-reliance and physical force. Along the way, they discover the power of humility, empathy and loving attachment to the land. Wagamese's powerful storytelling and George's evocative artwork bring this poignant tale to life with the piercing clarity and lyrical richness of all great fables.\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:none\"\u003eISBN-10: 1771624183\u003cbr\u003eISBN-13: 9781771624183\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Wagamese, Richard, George, Bridget\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Douglas \u0026amp; McIntyre\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Douglas \u0026 McIntyre","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover (Apr 2025)","offer_id":46080231473349,"sku":"9781771624183","price":24.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6414\/2533\/files\/9781771624183.jpg?v=1776035558"},{"product_id":"the-inquisitive-raven","title":"The Inquisitive Raven","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShare in a raven's sense of wonder through this gorgeous picture book that brings Richard Wagamese's wisdom to young audiences, with illustrations by the award-winning illustrator of \u003ci\u003eAutumn Peltier, Water Warrior\u003c\/i\u003e. Book 2 in The Richard Wagamese Storybook Collection! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Rueben was an inquisitive raven. Of course, all ravens are inquisitive, but Rueben was a notch above even the most curious bird.\" So begins a story by beloved Indigenous author Richard Wagamese, about a raven that has the whole forest talking. Some think he is nosy, but really, he is in a state of utter amazement at the world. He suggests new designs for the beavers' dams, imitates the blue herons' one-legged stance as they spear minnows, and squawks in glee at the sight of the bears emerging from hibernation. When he sees an eagle soaring high in the sky, he tries to soar just as high to earn the other animals' respect. Ultimately, Rueben learns (the hard way) that respect is not something one earns, but something one carries. With the help of his grandfather's wisdom, Rueben discovers that wonder and curiosity, being part of a community, taking the time to investigate the things around you, celebrating knowledge and sharing it, are all worthy of respect. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis original fable from the late Richard Wagamese--one of North America's most beloved Indigenous writers--is a shining example of the power of storytelling. Beautifully illustrated with original work from Anishinaabe artist and Junior Library Guild Gold Standard winner Bridget George, \u003ci\u003eThe Inquisitive Raven\u003c\/i\u003e is sure to be cherished by readers of all ages.\u003cdiv style=\"display:none\"\u003eISBN-10: 1771624493\u003cbr\u003eISBN-13: 9781771624497\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Wagamese, Richard, George, Bridget\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Douglas \u0026amp; McIntyre\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Douglas \u0026 McIntyre","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover (Sep 2025)","offer_id":46080924942533,"sku":"9781771624497","price":24.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6414\/2533\/files\/9781771624497.jpg?v=1776041715"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.inveni.store\/collections\/juvenille-fiction-indigenous-animal-stories.oembed","provider":"Inveni","version":"1.0","type":"link"}