Fàilte means “welcome”—welcome to the world of Nova Scotia’s Gaelic culture! This picture book is a first step for children and adults looking to understand and connect with Gaelic history, culture, and identity in Nova Scotia. Through joyful illustrations and creative concepts, readers will have the opportunity to explore and celebrate what it means to be a Gael. The book is for children, teachers, parents, grandparents, and anyone who wants to learn more about Gaelic language and culture in Nova Scotia.
Title Details
Paperback
May 2020
11 x 8.5 inches
32 pages
ISBN 978-1-988747-44-6
$14.99 CA
Hardcover
Special order from Bradan Press only
September 2020
ISBN 978-1-988747-45-3
$22.99 CA
Ebook
January 2021
ISBN 978-1-988747-46-0 (EPUB)
$7.99 CA
G is for Gael
An alphabet of Nova Scotia’s Gaelic culture
Resources
- Listed with the Nova Scotia School Book Bureau, NSSBB #1004775 (view)
- Pronunciation video coming soon
- Teachers’ guide coming soon
- Book launch video with read-aloud excerpts, May 2020
- Free colouring page (PDF)
- Free colouring page (Google Doc for NS teachers)
- Also available in a French-language edition suitable for French immersion and French first-language education