Aboriginal Paper Mache
Cree Proverb
Realize that we as human beings have been put on this earth for only a short time and that we must use this time to gain wisdom, knowledge, respect and the understanding for all human beings since we are all relatives.
“ka-kí-kiskéyihtétan óma, namoya kinwés maka aciyowés pohko óma óta ka-hayayak wasétam askihk, ékwa ka-kakwéy miskétan kiskéyihtamowin, iyinísiwin, kistéyitowin, mina nánisitotatowin kakiya ayisiniwak, ékosi óma kakiya ka-wahkotowak.”
Class of 4/5 at Bayview Elementary School. The students are learning about First Nation culture. This project helps stimulate the children’s interest in other culture by integrating Social Studies, Language and Arts.
This one of many masks that are on display at the lobby of the Education Centre.
Sums up the importance of existing.
Doesn’t that remind you of our old traditional “stories”?
Always. 🙂
Sadly I’ve not heard or read any First Nations proverbs before, I look forward to reading more in your future posts!
I listened to so many stories told by First Nations and they are excellent story tellers.
I like the proverb, P! And oh what beautiful colours! Makes me smile, as a matter of fact … thank you! 🙂
These kids are very talented. Everyday, I take one picture for future post. You are welcome.
Great quote! Very creative and cheerful mask 🙂
Thank you, Amy.
Lovely proverb! Very wise.
First Nations have so many proverbs that I want use, eventually, once I start posting more mask. Thank you.