Bud Finds Her Gift

PreS-Gr 3–Bud is a special young girl who notices all the important things people do every day and wants to be a part of something bigger. She seeks out Nokomis, or grandmother in Potawatomi, to find a way she can do something important too. Nokomis takes her out in nature and teaches Bud that giving thanks to the world around them for the gifts they provide is one of the most important actions she could accomplish. Using all her senses, Bud takes time to notice the flourishing relationships in nature that people too often look over and eventually finds ways to use her own gifts to give back to the Earth. Told with endearing observations and an inspiring repeating rhythm, Bud’s sweet tale is one that will inspire readers to look closely at the world around them and appreciate the small gifts it offers—and to use our gifts for good in return. The artwork presents a wide range of diverse background characters with a Potawatomi family at its center. An incredible amount of attention to detail is noticeable in the breathtaking imagery presented in each scene. Back matter includes a note from Kimmerer (Braiding Sweetgrass, for adults) and ways to appreciate and share gifts, along with suggestions for further reading.