Tewateronhiakhwa Mina Beauvais

Ken Nieiaka:a Tiatateken:a: The Younger Sister is a Mohawk language resource adapted by Tewateronhiakhwa Mina Beauvais for use by elementary students at Kanehsatake, Quebec. This illustrated story retells a Cree story about two sisters as they make wishes while watching the night sky. The sisters dream about what kind of men they will marry. By choosing one of two stars, the girls make their selections. The younger chooses first and makes an unfortunate selection. The older sister selects the other star which is red. The younger sister learns a hard lesson about making choices and why she should not try to prove her superiority. She acknowledges that she must make decisions wisely. This 10-page publication features colour drawings by Kahenti:ne Kim Gabriel on every other page to allow students to follow the story. With bilingual text in Mohawk and English the publication was made possible with a United Church of Canada Healing Fund grant to preserve and promote the Kanienkeha language. The work of the Language teachers and educators at Tsi Ronterihwanonhnha Ne Kanienkeha keep the traditional stories and Mohawk language alive for the coming generations in this publication.… (lisätietoja)

Ionkwakaraton:ni Ne Onen:ia - The Storytelling Rock is a Mohawk language resource adapted by Tewateronhiakwa Mina Beauvais for Mohawk students at Kanehsatake, Quebec. This original story explains the importance of maintaining the language and culture for future generations. The text is available in the Mohawk language only. There is no English translation provided. An excellent teaching resource for anyone learning Kanehsatake Mohawk. Please note: cost reflects publisher's full-colour photocopying expenses.… (lisätietoja)