Díi uu gud ahl íijang / I am Connected

Read the bestselling children’s book I am Connected in the Haida language. Approved by the author, Ḵung Jaadee, and translated by Dr. Jasḵwaan Bedard, with the assistance of a Haida Elder to ensure cultural safety and authenticity. With the intention to assist in language preservation while making cultural stories more accessible to Indigenous Peoples, this series of translated books promote the learning of Indigenous languages for all ages with the help of popular and familiar stories. A beautifully illustrated story about the spiritual connection we have with one another and the natural world around us. Along the backdrop of Haida Gwaii’s breathtaking landscapes, Indigenous storyteller Ḵung Jaadee invites you to witness the many threads of relationship that connect us across time and space. With a gentle introduction to self-soothing practices, this book engages children through questions to reflect on their connection to the world around them. Author: Ḵung Jaadee Translator: Dr. Jasḵwaan Bedard Illustrator: Carla Joseph Size: 9 x 10” (landscape) Ages: 6-8 Pages: 28 Format: Softcover Language: Haida ISBN: 9781778541063 Release Date: September 1, 2026