Glecia Bear facts for kids

Glecia Bear (born April 29, 1912, in Green Lake, Saskatchewan – died September 1998, Flying Dust First Nation) was an important Cree elder and a wonderful storyteller from Saskatchewan, Canada. She was also known by her Cree name, Nêhiyaw. Glecia Bear shared many traditional tales and stories about her own life. These stories were carefully written down and translated by Freda Ahenakew, helping to preserve them for future generations.

Glecia Bear made history by becoming the first female chief of the Flying Dust First Nation. This was a very important step for her community and for women in leadership.

A Life of Stories

Glecia Bear's life was full of experiences that she turned into powerful stories. She shared her wisdom and culture through her words. Her stories teach us about Cree traditions, history, and daily life.

Sharing Her Own Journey

One of Glecia Bear's important books is Kthkominawak otbcimowiniwbwa, which means Our grandmothers' lives, as told in their own words. In this book, Glecia Bear tells her own life story. It gives readers a special look into what it was like to grow up as a Cree woman in her time. It shares her experiences and the wisdom she gained throughout her life.

An Adventure in the Bush

Another well-known story by Glecia Bear is Wanisinwak iskwesisak : awasisasinahikanis. The English title is Two little girls lost in the bush: a Cree story for children. This book tells an exciting story from her childhood. Glecia Bear remembers a time when she and her younger sister, who were eleven and eight years old, got lost in the forest. It's a tale of adventure and how they found their way back.

Her Published Works

Glecia Bear's stories have been published in books, making them available for many people to read and enjoy.

• Wanisinwak iskwesisak : awasisasinahikanis = Two little girls lost in the bush: a Cree story for children (1991)
• Kthkominawak otbcimowiniwbwa/Our grandmothers' lives, as told in their own words (1992)

See also

• Glecia Bear para niños (Glecia Bear for kids in Spanish)
• At Viquipèdia (Glecia Bear on Catalan Wikipedia)