About This Book
I Am on Indigenous Land is a beautifully crafted picture book that introduces children to the concept of land acknowledgment. With lyrical text and vibrant, panoramic illustrations, it explores thirteen ancestral Indigenous lands, from Cherokee to Ojibwe, showing how everyday activities like flying a kite or riding a bike take place on historically significant ground. Written by Cheryl Minnema (Ojibwe) and illustrated by Sam Zimmerman (Ojibwe), this book offers a gentle, accessible way for families to begin conversations about Indigenous cultures, history, and respect for the land. It models how to honor the original inhabitants of these lands, making it a valuable resource for fostering empathy and cultural awareness in young readers.
Discussion Prompts
1
What are some of your favorite things to do outside? How do you think the land helps you do those things?
2
The book talks about different Indigenous lands. Do you know whose ancestral land you live on?
3
Why do you think it's important to remember and honor the people who first lived on the land?
4
How can we show respect for the land and for different cultures in our everyday lives?
5
What does 'ancestral land' mean to you after reading this book?
