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The 13 moons herein are how some Ininew communities in Northern and Central Manitoba saw events, weather patterns, animal behaviour, plant/medicines in relation to Wawipi pisim (the full Moon). The first moon of the cycle would loosely align with our 12-month calendar, keeping in mind you cannot equate our calendar months to the full moons.
- Manidoo Giizis
- Namebin Giizis
- Ziisbaakdoke Giizis
- Waabgonii Giizis
- O’Demini Giizis
- Msikomini Giizis
- Manoominii Giizis
- Waabaabagaa Giizis
- Bnaakwii Giizis
- Baashkaakodin Giizis
The first moon is the Great Spirit Moon. This is the time when we are encouraged to sit in silence and reflect o our place in creation.
The Namebin Giizis moon phase is the coldest and most difficult time for people to access food. The sucker fish is said to offer itself to the Anishinaabe as a way to ensure their survival.
This moon phase is when the maple syrup is running. During this time, we should reflect on the sweetness of life, understanding how we need to be in balance, just as we need to keep our blood sugar...
During this moon all the plants display their Spirit sides for the world to see. We are encouraged to explore our own spiritual sides.
This is the time of year when the strawberry plants are in bloom. The strawberry plant is known as the “heart” berry and they teach us about reconciliation and letting go of past hurts.
During this moon phase the raspberry plants provide their fruit. By learning gentleness and kindness, like the raspberry canes, we may pass through the thorns and harvest the fruits. Learning gentl...
The Ricing Moon represents balance, harmony and the future. This is a time when wild rice is typically harvested and a ceremony is conducted. Wild rice is known as the “good berry” and is highly nu...
This is the time of year when the leaves are changing colour. We experience that beauty as we welcome the next season.
During this moon phase, the leaves are falling from the trees. It is a time of reflection and introspection when we should be consciously making the decision to stop putting energy into things that...
This moon phase is the time of year when the earth and creatures are preparing to fast and slow down reminding us to prepare ourselves spiritually for the coming months.
13 Thirteen Grandmother Moons. Loretta Gould painting: Guided by Our Teachings. All over the world, cultures and communities have mapped the moon cycle, which happens 13 times per year, in cycles of 28 days.
The curriculum, called 13 Moons, is founded on a set of guiding principles which may be useful for other Indigenous communities seeking to develop their own curricula. Keywords: indigenous; environmental sustainability; environmental awareness; free-choice learning; informal learning. 1. Introduction.
Oct 12, 2023 · The Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island, now known as North America, have long honored the moon’s wisdom through the Thirteen Grandmother Moon Teachings. These teachings, based on the lunar calendar, offer invaluable insights into the natural world and the human spirit.
Turtle shells have 28 smaller outer edge scutes, representing the number of days from one full Moon to the next, and 13 larger central scutes, representing the 13 moon cycles. The turtle (Mikinak Ministik) held a special place in the various cultures of Indigenous people.
The 13 Moons are used by many Indigenous communities across Turtle Island as a method of tracking seasonal changes and the passage of time. While they do not necessarily align with the Western 12-month calendar, this resource has blended the two to provide a framework for classroom educators.
