The Seventh Direction: A Legend of Creation

Kevin Locke, Kristy Cameron

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Book cover for The Seventh Direction: A Legend of Creation

The Seventh Direction: A Legend of Creation

The Seventh Direction: A Legend of Creation

Kevin Locke, Kristy Cameron

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A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!

In this enlightening legend shared by Lakota Elder Kevin Locke, Wakȟáŋ Tȟáŋka (The Great Spirit) created the entire world in seven days; leaving the most precious creation for last.

In order to protect this precious creation, Wakȟáŋ Tȟáŋka needed to hide it where it would always be safe and turned to our animal relatives for help.

Together, they found the perfect place. Do you know where they chose?

The Seventh Direction: A Legend of Creation is not just a book; it's an immersive experience that invites children to explore a world of cultural richness, creativity, and the interconnectedness of all things.


Author Kevin Locke is Lakota (from the Hunkpapa Band of Lakota Sioux) and Anishinabe. His Lakota name is Tȟokéya Ináziŋ, meaning "First to Arise." Kevin has been a cultural ambassador for the United States, and he has performed for millions of people across the globe in more than 90 countries as a Hoop Dancer, Indigenous Northern Plains Flutist, and traditional storyteller.

Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed to sharing diverse voices and perspectives, creating a platform for stories that celebrate Indigenous cultures and inspire understanding and respect among readers of all ages.

Critical Reviews

This inspiring legend is vividly illustrated in glowing colors...

--Children's Literature, CLCD

Fully immersive and thought-provoking, Locke's sage picture book will appeal to visionary younger readers who can grasp the teaching that humans must rediscover their link to the natural world, to "be a good relative, not just to the two-leggeds, but to all of creation"--a timely message. Backmatter includes Lakota words featured throughout the story.

Publishers Weekly -- BookLife Editor's Pick Review

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Production grades
Cover: A
Design and typography: A
Illustrations: A
Editing: A

...full of vivid color and imagery. A stirring tale of creation that will capture readers' attention. A good purchase for picture book collections.

--School Library Journal Reviews, March 2024

Locke provides an engaging retelling of a Lakota legend...Cameron's brightly colored and textured illustrations bring dynamism to the tale.

--The Horn Book

Publishing Information

Publisher: Medicine Wheel Publishing
Pub date: 2024-03-19
Length: 44 pages

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