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"A gorgeous and empowering picture book with an inspiring community connection plea." ― A. Smith, 5th Grade Teacher
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"In this tribute to Native values of community and inspired vision, Indigenous author-and-illustrator team Lushanya and Raine invite readers to stand up for social connection and skills. An inspiring call to action for all who care about our communal healing."―Acadia Reviews
About the Book
Grandmother Turtle Land was inspired by a desire to share the Creation stories of Lakota people while eliminating the effects of neo-coloniality. It is a vision for women and non-binary people, of Indigenous descent and of all ages, to share and pursue study of our natural world and the ancestors (along with their respective practices). A guide for conservation of our global world and social change through the modeling of more inclusive and sustainable relationships among people and with the earth.
May this story engage intergenerational connection, sparks conversations necessary for transformation of reified and ultimately divisive systems, and empower change makers seeking to shift power toward gender liberation for all peoples.
The Creation of Grandmother Turtle Land features Grandmother Turtle, who appeared with her wisdom and vision to revive a world divided by sadness and pain. This Indigenous Creation tale restores the strength of the matriarch as Grandmother Turtle’s journey allows her to courageously share a world prayer for connection and love. This book pairs well with teaching the social skill of “Asking for Help” and integrates the 12 Lakota Virtues.
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"Powerful....Dawn’s illustrations combine a communal mood with the progressive fierceness of a world seeking connection." ―N. Tether, 3rd Grade Teacher
"This book will both educate and inspire youth and adults alike." ―School Library, Osborn Middle School
"Dawn’s watercolor illustrations fill the spreads with streaming ribbons of water, cosmic backdrops, and lush natural landscapes.... Andrea’s Indigenous storytelling inspires with the “oceans depth of wisdom." Written in response to incorporate gender non-binary roles, increasing Two Spirit awareness in her Standing Rock Sioux Tribe―and others―these pages carry grief, but it is overshadowed by hope in what is an inspiring call to action." ―Storybook List
"Observation is not enough, the book communicates: action is necessary... A passionate call for environmental and community stewardship."
―Triple Spiral Publishing
"A gorgeous and empowering picture book with an inspiring community connection plea." ― A. Smith, 5th Grade Teacher
"...beautifully composed." ―K. Langston, 2nd Grade Teacher
"This book celebrates indigenous-led movements to protect our children’s dreams and visions. With gorgeous illustrations, it gives readers a sense of our connectivity." ―Lulupublishing.com