Braiding Sweetgrass

In this adaptation of an adult nonfiction book of the same title by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, attributes and uses of various plants as well as biomes and subtypes of biomes such as estuaries and marshes are provided. Kimmerer, who is a professor of forestry and environmental science and Patowatomi, also shares stories about interesting people she has met over the years who have made an impression on her as well as Native American tales with valuable lessons and Indigenous traditions pertaining to sustainable agriculture and hunting. Whether the reader is interested in environmental science or Indigenous ways and stories, Braiding Sweetgrass is a beautiful weaving together of knowledge and Native American tales that complement each other and teach important lessons in an engaging way.