Autumn Peltier, Water Warrior

Reach for this book when your child expresses frustration about a problem in the world that feels too big for them to solve. It is a powerful choice for children who are sensitive to environmental issues or who are beginning to ask questions about their own heritage and the importance of community leadership. The story follows Autumn Peltier and her great-aunt Josephine Mandamin, two real-life Anishinaabe water protectors who turned their love for the Earth into global activism. Through lyrical prose and stunning visuals, the book explores themes of persistence, ancestral connection, and the sacredness of natural resources. While it introduces the serious concept of water contamination, it does so through a lens of empowerment and hope, making it perfectly suited for children ages 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how it models respectful advocacy and the way wisdom is passed down through generations.