Book Series · 6 Books

Mothers of Xsan Books

In order from The Sockeye Mother to The Grizzly Mother.

The Mothers of Xsan series is a set of 6 picture books by Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Brett D. Huson, published between 2018 and 2022. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$2300

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 9–11 · 2018

The Sockeye Mother

By Hetxw’ms Gyetxw Brett D. Huson, Natasha Donovan (Illustrator)

Discover the vital role of sockeye salmon in an interconnected ecosystem.

32 pages

Hardcover

Summary: Journey through the life cycle of the sockeye salmon, a keystone species for the Gitxsan people of British Columbia. As the salmon nourishes the land and forests along the Skeena River, explore the intricate web of life that binds animals, water, soil, and seasons. How does this vital fish sustain an entire ecosystem and culture? Uncover the delicate balance and moral duty to protect this natural world.

In reading order

Mothers of Xsan Series

6 books · Published 2018–2022

#1 in Series

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$2300

The Sockeye Mother

Picture Book · Ages 9–11 · 2018

Discover the vital role of sockeye salmon in an interconnected ecosystem.

#3 in Series

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$2300

The Eagle Mother

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Can an eagle mother protect her eaglets in a harsh, delicate world?

#4 in Series

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$2300

The Frog Mother

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Can young frogs survive predators to continue a 200-million-year cycle?

#5 in Series

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$2300

The Wolf Mother

Picture Book · Ages 9–11 · 2021

A young wolf's journey to find her own pack begins.

#6 in Series

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$2370

The Raven Mother

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Discover the vital role of ravens in Gitxsan culture and their ecosystem.

Series

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$2300

The Grizzly Mother

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

A mother bear guides her cubs through the interconnected Xsan ecosystem.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Mothers of Xsan series?

There are 6 books in the Mothers of Xsan series. It began with The Sockeye Mother in 2018, and the newest book, The Grizzly Mother, was published in 2019.