Be a Good Ancestor - Hardcover

by Leona Prince (Author), Gabrielle Prince (Author), Carla Joseph (Illustrator)

Rooted in Indigenous teachings, this stunning picture book encourages readers of all ages to consider the ways in which they live in connection to the world around them and to think deeply about their behaviors.

Addressing environmental issues, animal welfare, self-esteem and self-respect, and the importance of community, the authors deliver a poignant and universal message in an accessible way: Be a good ancestor to the world around you. Thought-provoking stanzas offer a call to action for each one of us to consider how we affect future generations. Every decision we make ripples out, and we can affect the world around us by thinking deeply about those decisions.

Available in French as Laisse un bel héritage

Back Jacket

Be a good Ancestor with your thoughts Thoughts become ideas Ideas become actions Actions become movements Movements become change

Author Biography

Leona Prince is from the Lake Babine Nation and Nak'azdli Whut'en and belongs to the Lhts'umusyoo (Beaver Clan). Leona is an award-winning educator and is currently the assistant superintendent of Indigenous Education for the Ministry of Education and Child Care in BC. She is the author of A Dance Through the Seasons, published by WaveMaker Press. Leona lives in Burns Lake, British Columbia.

Gabrielle Prince is Dakelh from Lake Babine Nation and Nak'azdli Whut'en. Gabrielle is pursuing a bachelor of science in psychology with a minor in First Nations studies. When she's not immersed in her studies, Gabrielle enjoys exploring the outdoors, engaging in cultural activities and volunteering. She lives in British Columbia.

Carla Joseph is a Cree artist originally from Prince George, British Columbia. In 2016 Carla was the Artist in Residence for the Prince George Community Arts Council, and she has done design work for several organizations, including the Aboriginal Head Start Association of British Columbia, Northern Health and the First Nations Health Authority. Carla loves the way she makes people feel with her art. It inspires her to continue with her gift, and she loves to challenge herself by taking on many different types of projects, many of which can be seen around her community. Carla lives in Chilliwack, British Columbia.