Achikosis and the Weetigo
Children's book tells the story how a Cree boy escapes the cannibal spirit with the help of Wesakaychak.
Children's book tells the story how a Cree boy escapes the cannibal spirit with the help of Wesakaychak.
Traditional story about how coyote, with the help of other animals, stole fire from the Fire Protectors and gave it to humans so that they could stay warm during the winter months.
Includes annotated bibliography, book critiques, and four lessons plans appropriate for sixth grade.
Story about a group of children who are pursued by a weetigo but escape with the help of Wesakaychak.
Uses the characters of turtle, wolf and beaver to educate the audience about treaties and the treaty relationship. Suitable for all ages.
Related Material: Student Workbook.
Includes brief discussion of Mourning Dove, text of the traditional story and student exercises.