London, Jonathan & Lanny Pinola. Illustrator/ Sylvia Long. 1993. Fire Race: A Karuk Coyote Tale. Chronicle Books. ISBN: 0-811802-418
Age: Pre-school - 8
Subject: Children; Myths & Legends; Karuk, Northern California

The animals have no fire to keep them warm, so Coyote plans to steal the fire from the Yellow Jacket Sisters. He does, but a willow tree swallows the embers, and they have to get the fire back by rubbing two sticks together.

Love, Anne & Jane Drake. (Jocelyn Bouchard.) 2000. The Kids Book of the Far North. Kids Can Press. ISBN: 1-55074-563-8
Age: 8 - 11
Language: English
Subject: Children; Non-Fiction; Multiple Nations

The book discusses the past, present and future of the north. It uses legends, maps and facts to explore the history, traditional beliefs and methods of survival of the various indigenous groups.

Loyie, Larry with Constance Brissendon. Illustrator/ Heather D. Holmlund. 2005. The Gathering Tree. Penticton, BC: Theytus Books. ISBN: 1-894778-28-6
Age: 8+
Language: English
Subject: Children, Youth, Adult; Non-Fiction; Biography; Cree

This is the story of a First Nations Family facing HIV. Tyler and Shay-Lyn learn that their cousin is HIV positive. When Robert arrives for a visit they are surprised to see that he looks the same as ever. After he runs a marathon, Robert talks to the gathering about his situation. The book addresses ways of learning, the influence of Elders and cultural activities, as well as aspects of health.