Mel Beaulieu is a member of Metepenagiag First Nation. They are a multidisciplinary artist focused on creating contemporary beadwork and augmented reality. They live and work in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

In this fun board book for young kids, turtles skateboard, salmon snorkel, bears take photos and otters frolic with floaties!

Mi’kmaw artist Mel Beaulieu’s lively modern take on traditional beadwork brings these animals to life. Mi’kma’ki’s most iconic animals are portrayed in this colourful and whimsical book.

Mi’kmaw names (and pronunciation guides) make this a great introduction to contemporary Mi’kma’ki for very young children. This book contains 11 full colour beaded illustrations. Audience: Ages 2-5.