Takoza: Walks with the Blue Moon Girl feminism showcasing 90 authentic recipes from

showcasing 90 authentic recipes from the Americas' indigenous populations in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution and the Mitsitam Cafe's executive chef

one of the many indigenous languages in the Algonquian family

a mother of six

even if we can't see them

The result is a rich tapestry that contains work by established writers along with emerging and first-time authors

Takoza: Walks with the Blue Moon Girl feminism showcasing 90 authentic recipes fromAn endearing, lyrical illustrated childrens story about a young Dakota girl, walks with the blue moon girl, and her Zunzi (grandmother). The grandmother teaches her, Takoza (granddaughter), through story while making star quilts, and planting and caring for a garden. The story introduces young readers to Dakota ways and language.