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Description
Set in the Okanagan region of British Columbia, A Day with Yayah follows a First Nations family as they go out to forage for herbs, mushrooms, and other plants. Guided by their grandmother, Yayah, the children learn the names of plants and foods in their Indigenous language while also discovering traditional knowledge about the land. The story emphasizes the importance of intergenerational learning, the preservation of Indigenous languages, and a deep respect for the natural world. It showcases the Indigenous tradition of foraging for food and medicine while highlighting the use of traditional language as part of cultural continuity.
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The story gently explores themes of family, intergenerational learning, cultural knowledge, and respect for the land, making it an excellent starting point for learning about Indigenous traditions of foraging and the physical geography of plants and ecosystems. Teachers can extend the book by taking students on a local nature walk to observe and identify plants, shrubs, and trees, or by creating a classroom herb garden to explore traditional and modern plant uses. The book also opens discussion on the importance of elders in passing down knowledge, the preservation of Indigenous languages, and the value of learning through land, observation, and family. Students can reflect on their own experiences with intergenerational learning by sharing the knowledge they have gained from their families, while also connecting the story to broader lessons on ecosystems, plant life cycles, and food sustainability.
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Themes Addressed
Ecosystems (1)
- Appreciating the Natural World
Food & Agriculture (1)
- Local Food
Indigenous Knowledge (1)
- TEK -- Traditional Ecological Knowledge
