Circle of Life
Authentic Indigenous stories and illustrations that build literacy skills and deepen understanding of Indigenous cultures and worldviews for Grades K–6.
Let's TalkAuthentic VoicesStories from Indigenous Communities
Developed in partnership with the Indigenous Education Coalition, Circle of Life features stories and illustrations from Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Lenape Nations, as well as Friendship Centres across Southern Ontario.
Culturally ResponsiveCreated with Indigenous Worldviews
Each book reflects Indigenous teachings and principles, with embedded teaching notes to support before, during, and after reading.
Literacy-FocusedLevelled Books for Guided and Independent Reading
Circle of Life includes narrative and nonfiction texts across Sets 1–6, supporting literacy development from Guided Reading Levels A–M (Sets 1-3_ and Levels N-W (Sets 4-6)
Explore the Series
- Sets 1–3: Early literacy foundations
- Sets 4–6: Expanding comprehension and cultural understanding (incldes Teacher Notes)
- Cross-Curricular Connections
- Anishinaabemowin Translations: Available as eBooks with audio read-alongs by Ojibwe speakers
Teacher Support Includes
- Online Teaching Centre
- Interactive eBooks with audio and text-highlighting
- Professional development videos
- Indigenous Worldviews classroom posters and guides
The ebooks were translated by Elders Mona Cormier, the late Norma Fawcett, Gilbert Deschamps and Mary Blakely and include beautiful, authentic music created by Shy-Anne Bartlett and Jordan Elcheson. Audio recordings of the translated text read by Ojibwe speakers are included on every page.