Dechı̨tah Náıdı́ Activity Book
Step into the world of Dene traditions and natural remedies with the Dechı̨ta Náıdı́: Medicine from the Land - Activity and Colouring Book. Created as a companion to Cathy Modeste-Short’s story, this activity booklet invites children to colour, learn, and connect with the ancestral knowledge of bush medicine. Each page brings Tom Short’s illustrations to life through engaging activities that teach young readers about the plants and practices used by Dene people for generations.
Designed by Yellowknife illustrator Rachel MacNeill, this booklet is more than an activity book – it’s a tool for exploration, crafted to inspire curiosity and respect for nature’s gifts. Perfect for children and families interested in learning about the land and its many offerings, this book provides an accessible way to engage with traditional knowledge while celebrating the beauty of Dene culture.
Key Features:
Interactive activities based on traditional plants and remedies
Beautiful illustrations inspired by the Dene connection to the land
Educational and inspiring for young minds interested in nature and heritage
The book is 8.5’ x 11’ in paperback format
ISBN: 978-1-0689926-1-2
Step into the world of Dene traditions and natural remedies with the Dechı̨ta Náıdı́: Medicine from the Land - Activity and Colouring Book. Created as a companion to Cathy Modeste-Short’s story, this activity booklet invites children to colour, learn, and connect with the ancestral knowledge of bush medicine. Each page brings Tom Short’s illustrations to life through engaging activities that teach young readers about the plants and practices used by Dene people for generations.
Designed by Yellowknife illustrator Rachel MacNeill, this booklet is more than an activity book – it’s a tool for exploration, crafted to inspire curiosity and respect for nature’s gifts. Perfect for children and families interested in learning about the land and its many offerings, this book provides an accessible way to engage with traditional knowledge while celebrating the beauty of Dene culture.
Key Features:
Interactive activities based on traditional plants and remedies
Beautiful illustrations inspired by the Dene connection to the land
Educational and inspiring for young minds interested in nature and heritage
The book is 8.5’ x 11’ in paperback format
ISBN: 978-1-0689926-1-2
Step into the world of Dene traditions and natural remedies with the Dechı̨ta Náıdı́: Medicine from the Land - Activity and Colouring Book. Created as a companion to Cathy Modeste-Short’s story, this activity booklet invites children to colour, learn, and connect with the ancestral knowledge of bush medicine. Each page brings Tom Short’s illustrations to life through engaging activities that teach young readers about the plants and practices used by Dene people for generations.
Designed by Yellowknife illustrator Rachel MacNeill, this booklet is more than an activity book – it’s a tool for exploration, crafted to inspire curiosity and respect for nature’s gifts. Perfect for children and families interested in learning about the land and its many offerings, this book provides an accessible way to engage with traditional knowledge while celebrating the beauty of Dene culture.
Key Features:
Interactive activities based on traditional plants and remedies
Beautiful illustrations inspired by the Dene connection to the land
Educational and inspiring for young minds interested in nature and heritage
The book is 8.5’ x 11’ in paperback format
ISBN: 978-1-0689926-1-2