Discovering Words: English * French * Cree - Hardcover
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Bridge the gap between languages and cultures with a vibrant trilingual guide to everyday words in English, French, and Plains Cree.
Building a strong vocabulary is the foundation of literacy, but Discovering Words offers something more: a gateway to cultural connection. In this beautifully realized hardcover, celebrated Cree artist and educator Neepin Auger introduces young learners (ages 6-8) to the essential words that shape their daily lives. By presenting each term in English, French, and Plains Cree, this book turns everyday objects into opportunities for linguistic discovery and Indigenous language revitalization.
Every page features Auger's signature high-contrast, colorful illustrations that help children associate images with language. To ensure that the Cree language is accessible to all, the book includes phonetic pronunciation guides for every word. This interactive approach encourages curiosity and confidence, making it an indispensable resource for classrooms and homes across North America.
Whether used to support a French immersion curriculum or to introduce Indigenous perspectives at home, Discovering Words fosters a deeper understanding of the diverse world we share. As a cornerstone of the Discovering series, it empowers the next generation to speak, read, and connect across cultural boundaries.
- Trilingual Vocabulary: Master common everyday terms in English, French, and Plains Cree (Y-dialect).
- Phonetic Accuracy: Includes easy-to-use pronunciation guides to support new speakers and educators.
- Visual Literacy: Vibrant, original Indigenous artwork reinforces word recognition and engagement.
- Educational Versatility: Perfect for French immersion, Core French, and Indigenous awareness programs.
- Complete the Set: An essential part of the Discovering series, alongside Animals, Numbers, and People.
Turn everyday words into a trilingual adventure--add Discovering Words to your collection today.
Neepin Auger is a Cree artist, educator, and mother originally from the Bigstone Cree Nation in northern Alberta. She studied art for over a decade under her father, Dale Auger, the renowned First Nations artist and author of the award-winning children's book Mwâkwa Talks to the Loon: A Cree Story for Children. A graduate of Mount Royal University's department of education, Neepin is a full-time teacher who brings a unique authority to her acclaimed trilingual series, which includes Discovering Animals, Discovering Numbers, Discovering People, and Discovering Words. Her work is dedicated to the revitalization of Indigenous languages, providing vital cultural touchstones for children across North America. The titles in her series are designed to grow with young readers, available in multiple formats including board books (newborn to age 3), paperbacks (ages 3-5), hardcovers (ages 4-8), and ebooks. Neepin lives near Calgary, Alberta, with her daughter, Gracie, whom she considers her greatest masterpiece.
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