Shannen and the Dream for a School (The Kids Power Series)
Shannen went to parliament to campaign for the new school. Since her tragic death in a car accident, Shannen has come to represent the fight for this community and others to secure the future of their children.
This book tells true story of an Aboriginal girl's fight for "safe and comfy" schools for all children, a fight that has inspired young people across Canada. Additional Details Number of Volumes. Reviews "Wilson has written a powerful account of the true story of one Aboriginal girl's fight for safe and comfortable schools for all children The text is written in an accessible manner which will appeal to a wide range of readers. The photographs make Shannen's quest come alive. The quotations at the beginning of each chapter also very effectively express the urgency of Shannen's dream for justice in the educational environment of First Nations children Written by Janet Wilson and published by Second Story Press, the book is the true account of year-old Shanen Koostachin, who launched a national campaign for a new school to replace the one in Attawapiskat that had been contaminated by a fuel oil leak.
Shannen was nominated for the International Children's Peace Prize before she died in a car crash in Once there, Shannen speaks passionately to the politicians about the need to give Native children the opportunity to succeed. Tragically, Shannen was killed in a car crash in , and was not able to see the dream of her school fulfilled. Her family, friends and supporters continue to honor her memory as they work for equality for children in Native communities everywhere.
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Customers who bought this item also bought. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1. The Girl from Chimel. I Have the Right to Be a Child. Here's how restrictions apply. Review "Wilson has written a powerful account of the true story of one Aboriginal girl's fight for safe and comfortable schools for all children How can you tell us that we don't have the right to a new school? Product details Age Range: Second Story Press October 1, Language: Start reading Shannen and the Dream for a School on your Kindle in under a minute. Don't have a Kindle? Our favorite toys for everyone on your list Top Kid Picks.
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What if your school had closed because of a fuel spill that had happened twenty years ago? What if you and the young people in your community had only portables in which to attend school? What if after waiting eight years for a new school, the government cancels its plans?
If you were eighth-grader, Shannen Koostachin, you would protest. Wilson movingly portrays how Shannen becomes an activist. One of the most moving moments happens, when Shannen and her eighth-grade class decide that instead of celebrating their graduation by partying at Niagara Falls and Toronto, they would visit Ottawa and talk directly to the minister of Indian Affairs.
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Shannen came from a full family, one where she loved to chase her younger siblings. While she loved the traditional Cree foods her great-grandmother made, she also found it boring to pluck the feathers of the geese the men killed and thought following recipes would be an easier way to prepare bannock.
Shannen had lots of friends, ones with whom she could talk campaign strategies but also get excited about graduation travel plans. I liked how this book wasnt just about protesting for the school it was also about Shannens personal life. I was kind of happy that it had less protesting then I thought it would because that proboubly would have been boring. I also liked learning about her belefs. I thougt that Shannen was really brave going to the house of commons to talk to the prime minister. Feb 28, Zack Blaze rated it really liked it.
I really liked this book because shannen was brave enough to stand up to the goverment and ry to get a school.
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My favourite character was shannen because she makes you want to do something for your community. I recommend this book for anyone. Theres a little suprise at the end!!! Aug 20, Lucy Kim rated it it was amazing. Wonderful example of student activism. I cannot wait to share this valuable resource.
I could not lay this book down! Jun 10, NebraskaIcebergs rated it really liked it. I would tell the children not to be afraid, to follow their dreams. I would tell them to never give up hope. Get up, pick up your books, and go to school just not in portables.
The Kids' Power: Shannen and the Dream for a School by Janet Wilson (2011, Paperback)
What if your school had closed because of a fuel spill that had happened twenty years ago? What if you and the young people in your community had only portables in which to attend school? What if after waiting eight years for a new school, the government cancels its plans? If you were eighth-grader, Shannen Koostachin, you would protest. Wilson movingly portrays how Shannen becomes an activist. One of the most moving moments happens, when Shannen and her eighth-grade class decide that instead of celebrating their graduation by partying at Niagara Falls and Toronto, they would visit Ottawa and talk directly to the minister of Indian Affairs.
Shannen came from a full family, one where she loved to chase her younger siblings. While she loved the traditional Cree foods her great-grandmother made, she also found it boring to pluck the feathers of the geese the men killed and thought following recipes would be an easier way to prepare bannock.
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Shannen had lots of friends, ones with whom she could talk campaign strategies but also get excited about graduation travel plans. She cared about whether her favorite teacher would leave or stay, whether the graduating class would have time to shop or attend a boring camp, and whether she could have a regalia of her own or have to share. Perhaps what most endeared me to Shannen was reading of all the obstacles she had to endure in her fight for a school.
Imagine convincing your peers to give up their graduation plans to travel to Ottawa, only to have the Minister of Indian Affairs tell you that it might be another fifteen years before building you a new school becomes priority. Moreover, imagine that when you ask the Minister to visit your community to see the reality of your situation, he declares his schedule is too busy and then abruptly says he has another meeting to attend. These setbacks were understandably enough to make Shannen cry. When later, the old school got demolished and people started complaining of headaches and students start falling sleep at their seats, Shannen felt her hope slipping away.
That Shannen never gave up makes her an inspiration and role model to young people and adults. A librarian friend of mine likes to regularly post on Facebook about mighty females. Shannen Koostachin is a young person whom I plan to tell her about.