EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 58 MIN
Tonya Simpson
from U of A Reads: Stories Behind the Stories
In this episode of U of A Reads, award-winning author, educator and forensic anthropologist Tonya Simpson, '16 BSc (AU), '21 MA, discusses her acclaimed children's book, This Land Is a Lullaby. Inspired by a lullaby she wrote for her daughter, the book celebrates the beauty of the Prairies and Plains while exploring the deep connections between Indigenous children, their ancestors and the land. Tonya shares her journey into children's literature, the inspiration behind the story, and the importance of Indigenous knowledge, language and storytelling in fostering connection and understanding.This podcast is brought to you by the University of Alberta Alumni Association. Follow @UAlbertaAlumni on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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In this episode of U of A Reads, award-winning author, educator and forensic anthropologist Tonya Simpson, '16 BSc (AU), '21 MA, discusses her acclaimed children's book, This Land Is a Lullaby. Inspired by a lullaby she wrote for her daughter, the book celebrates the beauty of the Prairies and Plains while exploring the deep connections between Indigenous children, their ancestors and the land. Tonya shares her journey into children's literature, the inspiration behind the story, and the impo...
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