In recognition of National Indigenous History Month (June) and National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) here are 30 recommended resources and learning opportunities.

These are offered on the recommendation of Indigenous staff, advisors and partners, and are all developed and made available by Indigenous authors, educators and organizations.

Introductory Indigenous Language Online Courses for Adults

1. Kanyen’keha (Mohawk) Introductory Language Course

2. Skarù·ręʔ (Tuscarora) Introductory Language Course

3. Mi’kmaq (Mi’kmaw) Introductory Language Course

Indigenous Learning Online Courses for Adults

1. 4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning – read the reviews! Super early bird closes June 30.

2. 4 saisons de la réconciliation

3. Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings

Reconciliation Books for Adults

1. 52 Ways to Reconcile: How to Walk with Indigenous Peoples on the Path to Healing

2. Unreconciled: Family, Truth, and Indigenous Resistance

3. Black Water: Family, Legacy, and Blood Memory

Indigenous Plant Knowledge Books for Adults

1. Held by the Land: A Guide to Indigenous Plants for Wellness

2. Medicines to Help Us: Traditional Métis Plant Use

3. Revered Roots: Ancestral Teachings and Wisdom of Wild, Edible, and Medicinal Plants

Resources for Educators

1. Speaking Our Truth: A Journey of Reconciliation Teacher Set

2. Wayi Wah! Indigenous Pedagogies: An Act for Reconciliation and Anti-Racist Education

3. Heartbeat of the Earth: A Handbook on Connecting Children to Nature through Indigenous Teachings

Virtual Workshops for Educators

1. August 6: Creative Writing with Richard Van Camp

2. August 20: Drawing in Nature with Leah Marie Dorion

3. August 27: Drumming for Well-being with Bill Helin

Resources en Français

1. Curiosité naturelle, 2e édition: Ressource pour l’enseignante ou l’enseignant

2. Livres Taanishi: Michif et Français

3. Laisse un bel héritage

Books for Secondary/Post-Secondary Learners

1. Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults

2. The Journey Forward: 2 Novellas on Reconciliation for Youth

3. Groundswell: Indigenous Knowledge and a Call to Action for Climate Change

Books for Intermediate/Middle School Learners

1. Orange Shirt Day: Books & Educational Resource Package

2. Speaking Our Truth: A Journey of Reconciliation

3. Strong Stories: Bundle of 48 Indigenous Books

Books for Primary/Early Years Learners

1. Whispers of the Earth: A Journey through Indigenous Wisdom

2. Walking Together: Two-Eyed Seeing Children’s Book

3. Dreaming Alongside

View ALL Indigenous Learning Resources

As always, 100% of proceeds from the Outdoor Learning School & Store goes back into supporting non-profit initiatives, including Indigenous Learning initiatives.