An uplifting and inclusive picture book that encourages children to identify their unique gifts and use them to make the world a better place. This book empowers children to recognize they can be agents of change in their communities. Michael Redhead Champagne believes we all have a gift and shows youth the path to discover their own. We Need Everyone is based on an exercise he does at speaking events across Canada; it can be done with anyone to help them identify and celebrate their gifts. Author Michael Redhead Champagne is a member of Shamattawa First Nation. He is an award-winning storyteller, community organizer, and public speaker. At 28, the author was recognized by Time magazine as a next-generation world leader (2015). This book was printed in North America by Friesens, the first FSC-certified printing company in Canada.
With plants powered by hydroelectric and wind farms, the company is 100% employee-owned and is committed to minimizing its ecological footprint. This book is printed on FSC-certified paper using vegetable-based inks and alcohol-free blanket wash.