Siksikaitsitapi: Stories by the Blackfoot People

by Payne Many Guns, Crystal Many Fingers, Sheena Potts

A collective of Blackfoot authors share their stories that come both from legend and from their personal experiences, with many of the stories translated into English from the Blackfoot language. The book is illustrated with beautiful full-color pictures and photos, which help convey the inspiring stories of Blackfoot traditional and contemporary traditions and cultures. The Blackfoot Confederacy is made up of the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, and Amskapi Piikuni Nations of Southern Alberta and Montana.

Genres: Indigenous, Nonfiction, Audiobook, History, Childrens, Mythology, Folklore

Unknown Binding

Reviews

[Marina · Rating 5 out of 5]

First of all, I am not native, nor am I Blackfoot. I am not the intended audience for this book.
That being said, I thought this was really lovely - the audiobook is really beautiful. I highly recommend the audio, really well done and stunning to listen to.

[Alberta Views Magazine]

Siksikaitsitapi means “all things Blackfoot”— “a powerful word in our culture identifying our existence,” writes Alayna Many Guns in this enlightening book’s introduction. Written, illustrated and translated by Blackfoot elders, authors and artists, including children, the children’s book shares Blackfoot language lessons and stories that convey traditional and contemporary Blackfoot traditions in full-colour pictures and evocative text in both English and Blackfoot. “Aakomimmihtaani anni a’pistotsipi niipaitapiiyssini ksikka’sini,” writes Sheena Potts, in “Love,” one of the many stories in the book. “Love is the life that builds you step by step.”

More reviews at https://albertaviews.ca/briefly-noted...

[Elise H · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a lovely listen. I appreciated the English and Blackfoot languages both being used. Getting both the book and the audiobook really made this better. The illustrations are wonderful and listening to the stories really makes for a more magical experience. I like the selection of stories that was available within the constraints of what can be shared both in writing and with a wide audience.

[Bexa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the illustrations, they worked so hard on all their images! This was fun to read, though I don't speak the language and I wish there was a way to hear the authors read their stories. (I just don't have access to the audiobook). I know little of the Blackfoot people, but I am grateful they shared their stories and love.

[James · Rating 3 out of 5]

Midnight Storm Moonless Sky
Horror mostly brought on by the drink

[Jenn Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a cool way to learn a little about a different culture and inspired me to go and read more about the Blackfoot people.

Summer Reading 2023: Indigenous Author(s)

[Brinnlee · Rating 5 out of 5]

i love getting to learn about other tribes; hearing their language spoken, learning about their traditions and culture. this project is so valuable! great work, yakoke

[Jbondandrews · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved how all these little stories were directed at children and used words of the Blackfoot People.

[Danielle E · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is very good. I wish it was longer!

[Becky Mantonya · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short audiobook, but a great introduction to the Blackfoot language and culture. It was beautiful to hear the Blackfoot language.