we are water protectors by carole lindstrom

Lindstrom's spare, poetic text flows with the 'river's rhythm.' Written in response to the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline, famously protested by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe-and others-these pages carry grief, but it is overshadowed by hope in what is an unapologetic call to action.' - starred review, Booklist *'Observation is not enough, the book communicates: action is necessary. An inspiring call to action for all who care about our interconnected planet.'- starred review, Kirkus Reviews *' Goade's watercolor illustrations fill the spreads with streaming ribbons of water, cosmic backdrops, and lush natural landscapes. A passionate call for environmental stewardship.*'In this tribute to Native resilience, Indigenous author-and-illustrator team Lindstrom and Goade invite readers to stand up for environmental justice. 'Observation is not enough, the book communicates: action is necessary. Lindstrom’s spare, poetic text flows with the “river’s rhythm.' Written in response to the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline, famously protested by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe-and others-these pages carry grief, but it is overshadowed by hope in what is an unapologetic call to action.' -starred review, Booklist 'Goade’s watercolor illustrations fill the spreads with streaming ribbons of water, cosmic backdrops, and lush natural landscapes. An inspiring call to action for all who care about our interconnected planet.'-starred review, Kirkus Reviews

'In this tribute to Native resilience, Indigenous author-and-illustrator team Lindstrom and Goade invite readers to stand up for environmental justice. 'This book will both educate and inspire youth.' - School Library Journal 'Powerful.Goade’s illustrations combine a mystical mood with the lovely fierceness of a child seeking justice.' - The New York Times Included in the back is additional information about water protectors, the Seven Fires prophecy that foretold the harm to the Earth associated with oil pipelines, a glossary, and an Earth Steward and Water Protector Pledge. The book is accessible to young readers with its short, repetitive text reminding us all that Indigenous people continue to survive and lead humanity in stewardship of the Earth. Gorgeous illustrations depict details of the author’s Anishinaabe/Ojibwe culture. Tells the true story of Indigenous water protectors resisting the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock. Winner of the Caldecott Medal for children’s book illustration.

We are water protectors by carole lindstrom