Makoons Beothuk an Indigenous (Anishinaabe-Métis) lawyer (called

an Indigenous (Anishinaabe-Métis) lawyer (called to the Bar in 2005) from Treaty 1 territory in Manitoba

A richly illustrated literary and visual journey through past and possibility

and social media campaigns to maintain Maori language

studies and Indigenous teaching stories that address three key areas of concern: prevalence

Makoons Beothuk an Indigenous (Anishinaabe-Métis) lawyer (calledWritten by Elizabeth Albert Peacock, Ojibwe, and illustrated by Erin Kant Barnard. Makoons, a children's picture book, offers a tender glimpse into the life of a young Ojibwe bear cub and its mother, weaving a narrative rich with cultural wisdom, environmental stewardship, and the universal themes of growth and learning. Born in the cozy confines of a den during the chill of January, Makoons, which means "Little Bear," embarks on a journey of