Kimmerer, Robin Wall

Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants

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ISBN 13:
9781728458991
author:
Kimmerer, Robin Wall
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Zest Books (Tm)
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
20.8 x 13.7 x 2.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Children's, Fiction, Religion,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£14.25

Description

Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults offers a unique perspective on our relationship with the natural world. By listening to the languages of plants and animals, we can gain a deeper understanding of the earth's generosity and our place within it. This book, adapted for young adults, explores the importance of acknowledging and celebrating our reciprocal relationship with the earth. As a botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Robin Wall Kimmerer shares her experiences as an Indigenous scientist, highlighting the value of plants and animals as our oldest teachers. With informative sidebars, reflection questions, and art from illustrator Nicole Neidhardt, this book provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the earth's oldest teachers and our role within the natural world. By exploring the world of plants and animals, readers can gain a wider, more complete understanding of their place and purpose. This book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their connection with the natural world.

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