STORIES ARE THE HEART OF THE WORLD written by Laurel Goodluck and illustrated by Nicole Neidhardt

Writer Laurel Goodluck draws on her intertribal background and Dine illustrator Nicole Neidhardt provides illustrations that celebrate the birth of a child and the many wonderful ritual that welcome a Native child in STORIES ARE THE HEART OF THE WORLD. Drawing on ceremonies and rituals of Mandan, Hidatsa and Dine, we follow a child from pre-birth to his departure from home as a young man. Naming ceremony, the creation of a medicine bundle and more are explained clearly and concretely, each reinforced with a chorus that explains how each ritual reflects the importance of these transitional stories in becoming. You can find a link to the book in the purchase button below.