Songs, Blood Deep nations All cultures and communities narrated

All cultures and communities narrated and documented their histories and imaginations through a variety of media

But how will they decide who's right

a program for Alaska Native families with children up to age 5 that promotes language development and school readinéss

contribute thoughtful and heartfelt pieces on their experiences growing up Indigenous

but also emotionally devastating

Songs, Blood Deep nations All cultures and communities narrated"The poems are quiet and powerful, understated and deeply moving." Carter Revard. What flows deep from the heart songs of these poems is Gwen Westerman's proud and profound engagement with and transmission of closely held cultural values of the Dakota people. Originating from the prairies of the Great Plains, this is a collection that affirms a passion for family, community, and the environment. Westerman draws upon both English and the Dakota