By Jacqueline St. Pierre, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Manitoulin Expositor WIIKWEMKOONG—Barbara Nolan, a cherished Anishinaabemowin language carrier and linguist originally from South Bay, Wiikwemkoong and who now lives in Garden River, is deeply committed to preserving her language and passing it on to the next generation. She recently embarked on a groundbreaking digital journey to teach Anishinaabemowin through animated videos. For Ms. Nolan, the videos aren’t just about the language; they’re about the joy of learning. She believes that people of all ages will find them enjoyable, although they are primarily tailored for early learners and daycares. Ms. Nolan had contemplated creating animated videos for some time, but it wasn’t until she crossed paths with Esbikenh, a teacher from a language immersion school in Bkejwanong (Walpole Island First Nation),…
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