The Orange Shirt Story: The True Story of Orange Shirt Day by Phyllis Webstad (E

Description: The Orange Shirt Story by Phyllis Webstad, Brock Nicol A story for children about Phyllis Webstads experience of the First Nations residential school system in Canada. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is the true story of Phyllis and her orange shirt. It is also the true story of Orange Shirt Day (an important day of remembrance for First Nations and non-First Nations peoples). When Phyllis Webstad (nee Jack) turned six, she went to the residential school for the first time. On her first day at school, she wore a shiny orange shirt that her Granny had bought for her, but when she got to the school, it was taken away from her and never returned.Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed to sharing diverse voices and perspectives, creating a platform for stories that celebrate Indigenous cultures and inspire understanding and respect among readers of all ages. Author Biography Phyllis Webstad (nee Jack) is Northern Secwepemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecemc Xgattem First Nation (Canoe Creek Indian Band). She comes from mixed Secwepemc and Irish/French heritage. She was born in Dog Creek and lives in Williams Lake, BC, Canada. Through sharing her personal Orange Shirt Story, Phyllis has inspired thousands of people to honour Residential School Survivors and their families and share the call on September 30th of each year that "EVERY CHILD MATTERS." Phyllis is well respected for her work, her courage and for striving to heal our communities and Nation through speaking her truth. Brock Nicol is an Ottawa-based, full-time professional illustrator with a passion for realism in art. The youngest of seven children, Brock was born and raised in Ottawa, where he began the pursuit of art at a young age. He graduated from the graphic design/illustration program at Algonquin College and subsequently began a career as a freelance illustrator. Promotional "Headline" The story behind Orange Shirt Day, a day to recognize the Survivors of the residential school system. Description for Sales People Key Selling Points The Orange Shirt Story tells the true story of the authors experience as a young girl at residential school, how Indigenous children and families were treated in this system and the origins of Orange Shirt Day. This book acts as an important conversation starter about all aspects of residential schools across Canada and beyond. The author has inspired thousands of people to honor residential school Survivors and their families to share the message that every child matters by revealling her personal story and experience. September 30 is a national day of recognition of and reflection about the effects of the residential school system. On this day people across the country wear orange shirts to show their participation in this day of learning, sharing and hope. The author is a well-respected speaker and workshop facilitator. This book is also available in French as Lhistoire du chandail orange and in Shuswap as Tkwelkwloltse te Stektitse7 te Slexeyem . Details ISBN0993869491 Author Brock Nicol Short Title The Orange Shirt Story Language English Year 2018 Illustrator Brock Nicol ISBN-10 0993869491 ISBN-13 9780993869495 Format Paperback Subtitle The True Story of Orange Shirt Day Edited by Bullen, Emma Country of Publication Canada Publication Date 2018-10-18 Pages 42 Publisher Medicine Wheel Imprint Medicine Wheel DEWEY 371.82997071 Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2018-12-09 Audience Age 7 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:147689893;

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