This beautifully illustrated Métis picture book is book is fully bilingual in Michif and English. A feast for the eyes and a tickle for the funny bone, Kohkum cooks up a HUGE order of bannock in her own kitchen, for the Queen and 299 guests! This lively and whimsical tale begins with a letter from the government asking Kohkum to cook bannock for the Royal visit. Kohkum's grandson Xavier is as excited as she is, until they do the math and are shocked to learn that they are cooking not just for the Queen but for her entourage and guests too. A mad scramble ensues, with a rushed trip to the grocery store to buy a ridiculous amount of flour and milk, and a perilous trip home with the car stuffed with supplies and Xavier riding on the roof. Several aunties come to the rescue, helping with bannock assembly and sharing in the excitement of cooking for the Queen. Written by an educator, this story provides many opportunities to count in English and Michif, with many laughs along the way as Kohkum, aunties, and Xavier scramble to cook the bannock in time for the Queen's visit. Boldly colourful, humourous illustrations by illustrator Hawlii Pichette bring this entertaining story to life. Full translation makes this book ideal for in-class cultural learning and Michif language acquisition.

Un récit touchant sur l'amour d'un grand-père métis pour sa petite-fille, à qui il offre un violon. Gabby chérit sa grande famille métisse plus que tout au monde. Elle adore son Mooshum et sa Kukum, et leur maison chaleureuse où joie, délicieux mets et musique de violon traditionnelle abondent. Un jour, son Mooshum lui offre un violon bien à elle, un véritable trésor. Hélas, avant même qu'il lui apprenne à en jouer, Gabby et sa mère doivent quitter la communauté qui leur est chère. Quand elles y reviennent chaque année, Mooshum demande toujours  à Gabby si elle sait jouer de son instrument. La fillette secoue tristement la tête - jusqu'à un certain été, où elle lui réserve le plus beau des cadeaux.  Le plus beau des cadeaux, écrit en anglais et traduit en michif et en français, est un merveilleux récit illustré qui rappelle les liens indéracinables de la culture, de la tradition et de la famille.

Gabby loves her big Métis family more than anything in the world. She especially loves her Mooshoom and Koohkoom, whose house is always of warmth, joy, good food, and traditional fiddle music. One year, Mooshoom gives Gabby her own fiddle, a gift she treasures. But before he can teach her how to play it, Gabby and her mom have move away from their beloved home community. Every year, when they return for a visit, Mooshoom asks Gabby if she has learned how to play yet. Every year, she has to admit that she hasn't-until one special holiday, when Gabby gives the best gift ever to her Mooshoom. The Best Gift, written in English and Michif, is a beautifully illustrated testament to the enduring bonds of culture, tradition, and family.