Written by Melanie Florence, an award-winning writer of Cree and Scottish heritage based in Toronto, Ontario. Illustrated by Karlene Harvey, a Tsilhqot’in and Syilx illustrator who resides in Vancouver, British Columbia.As she wakes up one dull morning, Kaiah feels as cold and grey as the day. She longs to be with her grandmother again. Kaiah’s life doesn’t feel right without her. But through Kaiah’s treasured bead box — and the beauty it holds — she is with her grandmother, in a garden that is full of colour and love.This beautiful story from award-winning author Melanie Florence celebrates the universal love between grandmother and child. Featuring bright, breathtaking illustrations from Tsilhqot’in and Syilx artist Karlene Harvey, the book also features back matter about the Indigenous tradition of beading. Audience: Ages 3-8.
