An Anishinaabe Christmas

A CBC Books Bestseller
A 2025 Bank Street College Best Children’s Book of the Year

“A heartwarming and beautifully crafted book that shares the joy of Christmas through the lens of Anishinaabe culture.” —STARRED REVIEW, School Library Journal

“The tender reunion with Kookom (Grandmother) and Mooshom (Grandfather) includes storytelling, sipping tea and eating bannock, singing, and giving gifts. Indigenous illustrator Hill’s cartoon art brings warmth and heart to Kinew’s simple narrative. . . . The sense of cultural pride and holiday joy will resonate with many young readers and their families. A sweet window into Anishinaabe Christmas traditions.” —Kirkus Reviews

“The simple, meaningful story and very good illustrations make An Anishinaabe Christmas a good picture book to share with a child.” —Metroland Media

“A welcome addition to the genre of holiday picture books, the colourful digital images created by Indigenous artist Erin Hill are a perfect complement to the text by award-winning Winnipeg author Wab Kinew.” —Montreal Gazette

“Finding a children’s book that may be identified as an instant classic is not to be taken for granted. [This] book fits that category.“ —Imaginary Elevators

“Wab Kinew has crafted a lovely story about a family celebrating Christmas in their traditional Anishinaabe way. Hill’s digitally painted illustrations are bright and colourful and help to tell the story with pictures of family and the changing landscape that they are travelling through. The book is accessible and can be enjoyed by all who believe in the magic of Christmas.” —CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“This affectionate family story introduces a few words and cultural practices of the Anishinaabe, including those around December holidays, and does a good job explaining how home can mean different things.” —A Kids Book A Day