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To Be Water Protector: A Poetic Call to Action to Protect Our Planet

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To Be A Water Protector: The Rise of the Wiindigoo Slayers

by Winona LaDuke

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9032 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	310 pages

To Be Water Protector Book Cover By Carole Lindstrom And Michaela Goade To Be A Water Protector: The Rise Of The Wiindigoo Slayers

About the Book

Inspired by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline, To Be Water Protector is a powerful and moving picture book that tells the story of a young girl who stands up to protect her people and the land she loves.

With lyrical prose by Carole Lindstrom and stunning illustrations by Michaela Goade, To Be Water Protector is a timely and important reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and our water.

The Story

The story follows a young girl named Winona as she witnesses the destruction of her people's land by the Dakota Access Pipeline. Winona is determined to fight back, and she gathers her friends and family to form a water protector movement.

Together, they stand up to the pipeline company and demand that they stop construction. Winona's story is a powerful reminder that even the smallest voices can make a difference.

The Impact

To Be Water Protector has been praised by critics and readers alike for its powerful message and stunning illustrations. The book has won numerous awards, including the Caldecott Medal and the Newbery Medal.

To Be Water Protector has also been credited with raising awareness about the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline. The book has helped to inspire people around the world to join the fight to protect our planet and our water.

The Author and Illustrator

Carole Lindstrom is a writer and activist who has worked on many environmental issues. She is the author of several books for children, including We Are Water Protectors and The Moose of the Au Sable.

Michaela Goade is an illustrator and designer who is originally from the Tlingit and Haida Nations of Alaska. Her work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and publications. She is the illustrator of We Are Water Protectors and The Moose of the Au Sable.

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To Be Water Protector is a powerful and moving book that will inspire readers of all ages. Free Download your copy today and join the fight to protect our planet and our water.

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To Be A Water Protector: The Rise of the Wiindigoo Slayers

by Winona LaDuke

4.8 out of 5