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Together in Orange

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September 30: Wear Orange to honour the past and inspire the future. Celebrating Indigenous resilience on Orange Shirt Day and the National Day of Truth & Reconciliation. Explore stories of history, healing, and hope. @BurlONLibrary bplind

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Mangilaluk

Mangilaluk

A Graphic Memoir About Friendship, Perseverance, and Resiliency

by Andreason, Bernard

Graphic Novel - 2023

"Mangilaluk," tells of his harrowing escape from residential school and the tragic loss of his two best friends in a harrowing 130-kilometre journey. For ages 10-12. "Mangilaluk," tells of his harrowing escape from residential school and the tragic loss of his two best friends in a harrowing 130-kilometre journey. For ages 10-12. Show less

"Mangilaluk," tells of his harrowing escape from residential school and the tragic loss of his two best friends in a harrowing 130-kilometre journey. For ages 10-12. "Mangilaluk," tells of his harrowing escape from residential school and the tragic loss of his two best friends in a harrowing 130-kilometre journey. For ages 10-12. Show less

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Thunder and the Noise Storms

Thunder and the Noise Storms

by Ansloos, Jeffrey

eBook - 2021

Lessons in healing & listening: When Thunder is overwhelmed by noise, his grandfather Mosom helps him find calm through the soothing sounds of a nature walk. Lessons in healing & listening: When Thunder is overwhelmed by noise, his grandfather Mosom helps him find calm through the soothing sounds of a nature walk. Show less

Lessons in healing & listening: When Thunder is overwhelmed by noise, his grandfather Mosom helps him find calm through the soothing sounds of a nature walk. Lessons in healing & listening: When Thunder is overwhelmed by noise, his grandfather Mosom helps him find calm through the soothing sounds of a nature walk. Show less

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I Am Not A Number

I Am Not A Number

by Dupuis, Jenny Kay

Book - 2016

A powerful picture book telling the true story of a First Nations girl taken to a residential school, where she resists losing her identity. Ages 7-10, t A powerful picture book telling the true story of a First Nations girl taken to a residential school, where she resists losing her identity. Ages 7-10, t Show less

A powerful picture book telling the true story of a First Nations girl taken to a residential school, where she resists losing her identity. Ages 7-10, t A powerful picture book telling the true story of a First Nations girl taken to a residential school, where she resists losing her identity. Ages 7-10, t Show less

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You Hold Me up

You Hold Me up

by Gray Smith, Monique

eBook - 2017

A vibrant picture book that prompts dialogue about reconciliation, building relationships and fostering empathy, starting with our littlest citizens. Also available in print. A vibrant picture book that prompts dialogue about reconciliation, building relationships and fostering empathy, starting with our littlest citizens. Also available in print. Show less

A vibrant picture book that prompts dialogue about reconciliation, building relationships and fostering empathy, starting with our littlest citizens. Also available in print. A vibrant picture book that prompts dialogue about reconciliation, building relationships and fostering empathy, starting with our littlest citizens. Also available in print. Show less

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Why We Dance

Why We Dance

A Story of Hope and Healing

by Havrelock, Deirdre

Book - 2024

A young Indigenous girl's family helps calm her nervous butterflies before her first Jingle Dress Dance and reminds her why she dances. A young Indigenous girl's family helps calm her nervous butterflies before her first Jingle Dress Dance and reminds her why she dances. Show less

A young Indigenous girl's family helps calm her nervous butterflies before her first Jingle Dress Dance and reminds her why she dances. A young Indigenous girl's family helps calm her nervous butterflies before her first Jingle Dress Dance and reminds her why she dances. Show less

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A Stranger at Home

A Stranger at Home

by Jordan-Fenton, Christy

eBook - 2011

This memoir recounts how 10-year old Inuvialuit girl gradually relearns her language and her family's way of living after being away at a residential school. Also available in print and Audiobook. For ages 8-12. This memoir recounts how 10-year old Inuvialuit girl gradually relearns her language and her family's way of living after being away at a residential school. Also available in print and Audiobook. For ages 8-12. Show less

This memoir recounts how 10-year old Inuvialuit girl gradually relearns her language and her family's way of living after being away at a residential school. Also available in print and Audiobook. For ages 8-12. This memoir recounts how 10-year old Inuvialuit girl gradually relearns her language and her family's way of living after being away at a residential school. Also available in print and Audiobook. For ages 8-12. Show less

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When I Was Eight

When I Was Eight

by Jordan-Fenton, Christy

Book - 2013

This picture book memoir explores the struggle of a strong-willed young Inuit girl to adapt to life at a residential religious school run by non-Inuit outsiders. Also available in eBook and Audiobook. For ages 5-9) This picture book memoir explores the struggle of a strong-willed young Inuit girl to adapt to life at a residential religious school run by non-Inuit outsiders. Also available in eBook and Audiobook. For ages 5-9) Show less

This picture book memoir explores the struggle of a strong-willed young Inuit girl to adapt to life at a residential religious school run by non-Inuit outsiders. Also available in eBook and Audiobook. For ages 5-9) This picture book memoir explores the struggle of a strong-willed young Inuit girl to adapt to life at a residential religious school run by non-Inuit outsiders. Also available in eBook and Audiobook. For ages 5-9) Show less

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Muinji'j Asks Why

Muinji'j Asks Why

The Story of the Mi'kmaq and the Shubenacadie Residential School

by MacEachern, Shanika

Book - 2022

Nana and Papa explain to Muinji'j the Mi'kmaq's traditional lands and the impact of the Indian Residential School System. Ages 7-10. Nana and Papa explain to Muinji'j the Mi'kmaq's traditional lands and the impact of the Indian Residential School System. Ages 7-10. Show less

Nana and Papa explain to Muinji'j the Mi'kmaq's traditional lands and the impact of the Indian Residential School System. Ages 7-10. Nana and Papa explain to Muinji'j the Mi'kmaq's traditional lands and the impact of the Indian Residential School System. Ages 7-10. Show less

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The Witness Blanket

The Witness Blanket

Truth, Art and Reconciliation

by Newman, Carey

Book - 2022

Artist Carey Newman's Witness Blanket, a collection of items from residential schools, serves as a powerful reminder of history, offering both truth and hope for reconciliation. Ages 8-12. Artist Carey Newman's Witness Blanket, a collection of items from residential schools, serves as a powerful reminder of history, offering both truth and hope for reconciliation. Ages 8-12. Show less

Artist Carey Newman's Witness Blanket, a collection of items from residential schools, serves as a powerful reminder of history, offering both truth and hope for reconciliation. Ages 8-12. Artist Carey Newman's Witness Blanket, a collection of items from residential schools, serves as a powerful reminder of history, offering both truth and hope for reconciliation. Ages 8-12. Show less

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Fatty Legs

Fatty Legs

A True Story

by Jordan-Fenton, Christy

Book - 2020

Eight -year old stands her ground as she faces cruelty from a vindictive nun at a residential school. For ages 8-10. Eight -year old stands her ground as she faces cruelty from a vindictive nun at a residential school. For ages 8-10. Show less

Eight -year old stands her ground as she faces cruelty from a vindictive nun at a residential school. For ages 8-10. Eight -year old stands her ground as she faces cruelty from a vindictive nun at a residential school. For ages 8-10. Show less

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When We Were Alone

When We Were Alone

by Robertson, David A.

Book - 2016

A young girl learns from her grandmother about resilience and cultural pride, contrasting her vibrant present with her grandmother's harsh residential school past. Ages 5-9. Available in print. A young girl learns from her grandmother about resilience and cultural pride, contrasting her vibrant present with her grandmother's harsh residential school past. Ages 5-9. Available in print. Show less

A young girl learns from her grandmother about resilience and cultural pride, contrasting her vibrant present with her grandmother's harsh residential school past. Ages 5-9. Available in print. A young girl learns from her grandmother about resilience and cultural pride, contrasting her vibrant present with her grandmother's harsh residential school past. Ages 5-9. Available in print. Show less

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I'm Finding My Talk

I'm Finding My Talk

by Thomas, Rebecca

Book - 2019

In this heart-felt poem, second-generation residential school survivor Rebecca Thomas reflects on healing from colonialism and cultural rediscovery. Ages 5-9. In this heart-felt poem, second-generation residential school survivor Rebecca Thomas reflects on healing from colonialism and cultural rediscovery. Ages 5-9. Show less

In this heart-felt poem, second-generation residential school survivor Rebecca Thomas reflects on healing from colonialism and cultural rediscovery. Ages 5-9. In this heart-felt poem, second-generation residential school survivor Rebecca Thomas reflects on healing from colonialism and cultural rediscovery. Ages 5-9. Show less

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Every Child Matters

Every Child Matters

by Webstad, Phyllis

Book - 2023

A poignant reflection on the legacy of residential schools and the importance of honoring and remembering the experiences of Indigenous children. Ages 6-10. A poignant reflection on the legacy of residential schools and the importance of honoring and remembering the experiences of Indigenous children. Ages 6-10. Show less

A poignant reflection on the legacy of residential schools and the importance of honoring and remembering the experiences of Indigenous children. Ages 6-10. A poignant reflection on the legacy of residential schools and the importance of honoring and remembering the experiences of Indigenous children. Ages 6-10. Show less

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Today Is Orange Shirt Day

Today Is Orange Shirt Day

by Webstad, Phyllis

Board Book - 2024

A first conversation about what little ones can expect to see and do on Orange Shirt Day. Ages 1-3. A first conversation about what little ones can expect to see and do on Orange Shirt Day. Ages 1-3. Show less

A first conversation about what little ones can expect to see and do on Orange Shirt Day. Ages 1-3. A first conversation about what little ones can expect to see and do on Orange Shirt Day. Ages 1-3. Show less

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With Our Orange Hearts

With Our Orange Hearts

by Webstad, Phyllis

Book - 2023

Listening is a first step towards reconciliation. Young ones are encouraged to listen with open hearts as Phyllis shares her poignant orange shirt story. Ages 3-5. Listening is a first step towards reconciliation. Young ones are encouraged to listen with open hearts as Phyllis shares her poignant orange shirt story. Ages 3-5. Show less

Listening is a first step towards reconciliation. Young ones are encouraged to listen with open hearts as Phyllis shares her poignant orange shirt story. Ages 3-5. Listening is a first step towards reconciliation. Young ones are encouraged to listen with open hearts as Phyllis shares her poignant orange shirt story. Ages 3-5. Show less

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Orange Shirt Society Educational Resources

https://orangeshirtday.org/reconciliation-hub/for-teachers/

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A selection of educational resources for elementary, junior and high school. A selection of educational resources for elementary, junior and high school. Show less

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