(L-R) Yolanda Denny; Mi’kmaw Language Consultant, Tanya Francis and Janice Ciavaglia; Literacy Consultant.

(L-R) Yolanda Denny; Mi’kmaw Language Consultant, Tanya Francis and Janice Ciavaglia; Literacy Consultant.

Seven classic stories by renowned children’s author Robert Munsch have been translated into Mi’kmaq as part of a three-year project by Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey. The translated titles are Thomas’ Snowsuit, Andrew’s Loose Tooth, Love You Forever, I Have to Go, Mud Puddle, A Promise is a Promise, and I’m So Embarrassed.
The books were unveiled on Monday, June 9 during the first day of classes at the newly constructed Membertou School.

A representative from almost every MK community was present to accep ...

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