Rita Bouvier is an author whose poetry is deeply rooted in her Northern Saskatchewan homeland, though she now resides in Saskatoon. Her literary work draws from a strong connection to the natural world and the rivers of her upbringing. Bouvier explores themes of identity and cultural heritage with a sensitive and penetrating gaze. Her poems, featured in various anthologies and translated into other languages, resonate with their profound link to landscape and tradition.
This collection of contemporary Indigenous poetry, art, and narrative guides teachers in bridging K-12 curricula with Indigenous voices and pedagogies. Experienced educators M'Lot and Adamov Ferguson support readers in discovering Indigenous voices and perspectives, using Indigenous works in their classrooms, and creating equitable teaching practices.