and these poems illuminate the vital place of the author's tribe both in the past and within the contemporary world

a young Two-Spirit/Indigiqueer

Many American Indians—past and present—have had the ability to use power to access wisdom

McLeod captured an early childhood full of the stories

their families

Siha Tooskin Knows the Strength of His Hair treaties and these poems illuminate theWhere can you find strength when someone disrespects you? And what does having strength really mean? Paul WahasaypaSiha Tooskinhas learned from Ena (his mom) and Ade (his dad) to maintain a strong mind, heart, and spirit. Though starting at a new school can be hard, especially when the kids there have never experienced the values and culture of the Nakota people. Join Paul as Mitoshin (his grandfather) helps remind him how strength of character can be