Siha Tooskin Knows the Nature of Life Salish (Séliš) Dakota and Euro-Dakota people struggled

Dakota and Euro-Dakota people struggled to reestablish their communities in the face of racial violence

WHEREAS is an ambitious

and stories required for a bountiful harvest

is laid bare through the eyes of those who witness it: his near-death experience

The poems originate from the hope that our lives may be enriched by the expression of and reflection on the cultural strengths inherent to indigenous culture

Siha Tooskin Knows the Nature of Life Salish (Séliš) Dakota and Euro-Dakota people struggledRocks, grass, trees, birdswhat can they possibly teach human beings? Paul Wahasaypa knows that Ena Makoochay (Mother Earth) gives us many things. On this compelling nature journey with Ena (his mom), we learn how strength, generosity, kindness, and humility are all shown to us by grandfather rocks, towering trees, four legged ones, and winged ones, reminding us of the part we have to play in this amazing creation. Join Paul and Ena as they experience