{"product_id":"visions-from-the-fire-paperback","title":"Visions from the Fire - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWanda John-Kehewin\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eNicole Marie Burton\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator), \u003cb\u003eKielamel Sibal\u003c\/b\u003e (Letterer)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUncover family secrets and ancestral history in \u003cem\u003eVisions From the Fire\u003c\/em\u003e, the powerful second volume of the acclaimed Dreams Series graphic novels by Cree author Wanda John-Kehewin.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlending contemporary mystery with deep-rooted Indigenous spirituality, this young adult graphic novel features evocative illustrations by nicole marie burton, offering grounded, inclusive representation of contemporary First Nations experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA bear and her cub, a strange silver ring, and an ancestor from long ago... Join Damon Quinn, a young Plains Cree man, as he unravels these mysteries through an unexpected vision quest. Things have finally started looking up for Damon--he's graduated high school, saved enough money to buy his first car, and he and Journey are growing closer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReady for an adventure, Damon, his mom Marnie, and Journey take a summer road trip to Kehewin Cree Nation to attend a Sweat Lodge ceremony and a Powwow, reconnecting with their roots and the beauty of their shared culture. But when Damon stumbles into a vision quest, he discovers a past his mother would prefer remained hidden--and tensions rise further as he makes plans to meet his estranged father.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrounded in real-world themes, this propulsive story serves as a profound testament to Cree community and ancestral connection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCritical themes: Explores complex mental health struggles facing Indigenous youth, detailing the lasting impacts of colonialism, intergenerational trauma, and community healing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCultural practice focus: Features authentic depictions of traditional ceremonies, and community connections.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurriculum fit: Ideal for high school English Language Arts and Indigenous Studies classrooms (Grades 9-12).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 10 x 6.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 24, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46461091512455,"sku":"9781774920657","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/cVd62I7S5P9781774920657.webp?v=1794124230","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/visions-from-the-fire-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}