Every Child Matters
Release Date:
Available August 15th, 2023
Learn the meaning behind the phrase, ‘Every Child Matters.’
Orange Shirt Day founder, Phyllis Webstad, offers insights into this heartfelt movement.
Every Child Matters honours the history and resiliency of Indigenous Peoples on Turtle Island and moves us all forward on a path toward Truth and Reconciliation.
Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-778540-16-5
Author: Phyllis Webstad (Founder of Orange Shirt Day)
Illustrator: Karlene Harvey
Phyllis Webstad
Cultural Connections: Secwepemc and Irish/French
Home Base: Williams Lake, BC
Phyllis Webstad (nee Jack) is Northern Secwepemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation (Canoe Creek Indian Band). She comes from mixed Secwepemc and Irish/French heritage. She was born in Dog Creek and lives in Williams Lake, BC, Canada. In 2018 Phyllis Webstad launched her children’s book called “The Orange Shirt Story” to share her story in her own words. The Orange shirt story tells the story of young Phyllis having her orange shirt taken away on her first day of residential school and never to see it again. A simple orange shirt has become a conversation starter for all aspects of residential school across Canada and beyond. Phyllis has inspired thousands and thousands of people to honour residential school survivors and their families and share the call on September 30th of each year that “EVERY CHILD MATTERS.” Phyllis is well respected for her work, her courage and for striving to heal our communities and Nation through speaking her truth.
What People Are Saying About The Book
With this book, the children of today can learn the truths of this history and how they can play a part in making sure every child matters.
~ Stephanie Scott, Director at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
“…a brilliantly illustrated and meticulously written narrative. It is a must read.”
~ Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, Gwawaenuk, Elder, Reconciliation Canada
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Every Child Matters
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