$17.99
This handmade baby rattle is made out of beautiful non toxic beech wood. A toy and teether in one!
2" wood head with 2 wood rings, total length is 5.5".
*It is recommended to treat wood with a food grade product of choice. Treating wood objects helps prevent the breakdown of wood caused by the exposure of moisture that saliva or washing can cause.
Click here to view our food-safe Wood Wax Finish.
Made by Peaks & Valleys Baby in Smithers, BC
Because this item is handcrafted, slight variations are to be expected and admired.
$10.99
"Every child matters, including you and me. With our orange hearts, we walk in harmony. As a young child, your little world can be full of big emotions. In this book, I, Phyllis Webstad, founder of Orange Shirt Day, show that sharing my story with the world helped me to process my feelings. My true orange shirt story encourages young children to open their hearts and listen as others share their feelings, and to be more comfortable sharing their own feelings too. Listening is a first step towards reconciliation. It's never too early to start."
Phyllis Webstad (nee Jack) is Northern Secwepemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecem'c Xgat'tem First Nation (Canoe Creek Indian Band). She comes from mixed Secwepemc and Irish/French heritage. She was born in Dog Creek and lives in Williams Lake, BC, Canada. Phyllis is the founder of the Orange Shirt Day movement and has inspired thousands of people to honour Residential School Survivors and their families and share the call on September 30th of each year that "EVERY CHILD MATTERS." Phyllis is well respected for her work, her courage and for striving to heal our communities and Nation through speaking her truth.
illustrated by Emily Kewageshig
Paperback
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
$12.99
This bestselling, innovative picture book introduces readers to the concept of Etuaptmumk—or Two-Eyed Seeing, the gift of multiple perspectives in the Mi’kmaw language—as we follow a group of young children connecting to nature as their teacher.
A poetic, joyful celebration of the Lands and Waters as spring unfolds: we watch for Robin's return, listen for Frog's croaking, and wonder at maple tree's gift of sap. Grounded in Etuaptmumk, also known as Two-Eyed Seeing—which braids together the strengths of Indigenous and non-Indigenous ways of knowing—and the Mi’kmaq concept of Netukulimk—meaning to protect Mother Earth for the ancestors, present, and future generations—Walking Together nurtures respectful, reciprocal, responsible relationships with the Land and Water, plant-life, animals and other-than-human beings for the benefit of all.
Written by Elder Dr. Albert D. Marshall and Louise Zimanyi
illustrated by Emily Kewageshig
Paperback
Distributed by UTP Press in Toronto, ON
$14.99
We can see the aurora borealis from the backyard and the Rockies from the front porch. We can always go for pancakes and maple syrup or some ketchup chips. And we'll watch the Stanley Cup playoffs no matter who's playing! We're Canadians, through and through. But what about the baby, eh?
What do you know? Introducing 100 First Words for Little Canadians, a Great White North primer for kids learning their first words! Forget apple and dog. Little Canadians are ready to move from ABC to RCMP and other Canada-specific words like bakeapple, ogopogo, and Celine. Packed with hilarious illustrations and 100 words every Canadian baby should know (before any others, of course), 100 First Words for Little Canadians is the perfect board book for families who call Canada home.
Written by Pierre Lamielle.
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
$11.95
This bold and colorful introduction to letters with Canadian wildlife is now available in board book format. Each number is shown alongside a matching quantity of Canadian animals rendered playfully in Geraldo Valério’s signature paper collage style: bighorn sheep, grebes, mantids, and more!
A great book for ages 3 and under.
Measures 7.5" x 7.5" / 22 pages / Board Book
Written by Geraldo Valerio
Distributed by UTP Press in Toronto, ON
$12.95
This bold and colorful introduction to numbers from 1 to 10 with Canadian wildlife is now available in board book format. Each number is shown alongside a matching quantity of Canadian animals rendered playfully in Geraldo Valério’s signature paper collage style: bighorn sheep, grebes, mantids, and more!
A great book for ages 3 and under.
Measures 7.5" x 7.5" / 22 pages / Board Book
Written by Geraldo Valerio
Distributed by UTP Press in Toronto, ON
$34.99
This game is great for the whole family! Similar to the famous Sorry board game, this game involves moving your pieces around the track to get them home safe!
For ages 8+
Dimensions: approx. 17"L x 15"W x 0.6"D.
Made by Rustik Games in Montreal, QC.
$69.99
Sling Puck is an amazing game on it's own - but now you get miniature curling (shuffleboard), too!
This 2 sided game has something for everyone! Complete with mini curling stones, too.
Who will be the fastest? The goal of this board game is to slingshot all your pucks through the hatch as quickly as possible, before your opponent gets theirs through the hatch. The rules are you can only use one hand and the pucks can only be propelled through using the elastic. To start a round, each player claps, and away you go!
For ages 4+
Dimensions: approx. 25"L x 13"W x 1.25"D.
Made by Rustik Games in Montreal, QC.
from $19.99
These lego inspired light switch plates are a favourite for kids and adults alike!
They can be decorated with any lego brick design or minifigure you want - just like lego, the possibilities are endless!
They are available in Black, Grey, Blue, Red, Purple, and Pink!
Light switch plates measure approximately 3.5" x 5.25", and are for single rocker type switches only.
Made by 11 year old twins Callum and Avery of Twinfinity3D in Ottawa, ON!
*lego bricks not included.
Because this item is handcrafted, slight variations are to be expected and admired.
from $32.00
This stylish snap-back baseball cap is emblazoned with North Standard's bear mascot to add some Canadiana to your everyday life.
This adorably awesome baseball hat is available in multiple sizes and will quickly become everyone's favourite hat.
A classic sport cap, with a snap-back closure and green beneath the visor to reduce glare.
Kids:
Youth:
Designed and pressed by North Standard Trading Post in Ottawa, Ontario.
from $29.99
This Every Child Matters Orange Shirt Day T-Shirt features a unique design by Coast Salish artist Simone Diamond. This shirt reflects the multi generational impact of Residential Schools, and the resilience of those who survived.
Wear your orange shirt in remembrance and respect to honour and support the students and survivors of Canada's Residential School system, and pay respects to those who did not make it.
Maker House is also proud to donate 50% of the sales from these shirts to Indigenous communities and organizations through our #CraftChange Program. We have raised over $20,000 through 2024 and currently donate to the First Nations Child & Family Caring Society and the Odawa Native Friendship Centre. Watch our Instagram for donation updates in June for Indigenous Peoples Month, and again on September 30th for Truth & Reconciliation Day.
100% cotton.
Fit: classic crew neck unisex tee shirt
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
Designed by Native Northwest in Vancouver, British Columbia.
| Size | Medium | Large |
| Length | 22" | 24"" |
| Width | 17" | 18" |
$9.99
Prolific Anishanabe artist Mark Anthony Jacobson beautifully describes the meanings and special gifts within the Anishanabe clan system. Paint like Mark by using beautiful, vibrant colours.
Printed in Canada using non-toxic, vegetable based ink, and water based coating on paper sourced from sustainable forests.
Add the Haida Colouring Pencils also by Native Northwest by clicking here.
24 pages; measures 8.5" x 11"
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
Made by Native Northwest in Vancouver, British Columbia
$12.99
Animals & Their Babies was created by father and daughter Coast Salish artists Francis Horne and Simone Diamond. It is the first Indigenous board book that features baby animals and their parents.
Through this board book, young children can learn the names of baby animals while being introduced to traditional, authentic Coast Salish Indigenous art at an early age. Animals & Their Babies is Simone Diamond's first board book ever written.
Soy based ink and water based protective coating. Made from paper sourced from sustainable forests.
18 pages; measures 6.5 in x 6.5 in.
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Written by Simone Diamond. Made by Native Northwest.
$6.99
For all the fox lovers in your life, this birthday card is for them!
A print of an original gouache painting.
Front of card reads "Bonne Fete".
The inside is blank for you to add your own personal touch.
Card size: 4.25" x 5.5"
Made by The Paperhood in Toronto, Ontario.
$29.99
This adorable sleepy sloth can hang out all over your home! It even comes with easily attached hook and eyes for it's feet so that it can hang off of pretty much anything! The sleep mask is stitched separately so it can be worn or removed!
Confident Beginner, recommended for ages 12 and up. The techniques are simple but a few of the steps involve smaller pieces that require a bit of extra patience to assemble.
Each kit envelope contains step-by-step photo illustrated instructions, paper pattern pieces, sheets of wool blend felt, pair of 7mm safety eyes, embroidery floss, needle and pins.
Stuffing is not included as the finished piece is easy to stuff using scraps of felt or fabric cut into small bits, cotton balls as well as traditional stuffing. It also helps keep the shipping cost much lower as it can travel Canada Post letter mail.
Finished Size: 6" x 5"
Not recommended for small children.
Made by Rita Van Tassel Studio in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
from $29.99
Stand against bullying on Pink Shirt Day on Febraury 26th! The theme of this Pink Shirt is Kindness is Power by Francis Horne Sr., Coast Salish.
The shirt's design features an eagle forming a heart. Eagles provide a vision of the power of love and kindness within us all.
Maker House donates all proceeds from the sales of this shirt to No Time For That, a Canadian charity supporting fighting against bullying.
100% cotton.
Fit: classic crew neck unisex tee shirt
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
Made by Native Northwest in Vancouver, British Columbia.
| Size | Small | Medium |
| Length | 20" | 22" |
| Width | 16" | 17" |
$29.99
This roly-poly bird may be small in size but it can be big in personality! Although they're eager to have their turn in the water, it's safety first and the removable water wings will help keep them afloat - and can be removed once they learn how to swim! Pose the flippers to create some surprisingly sassy expressions.
Confident Beginner, recommended for ages 12 and up. The techniques are simple but a few of the steps involve smaller pieces that require a bit of extra patience to assemble.
Each kit envelope contains step-by-step photo illustrated instructions, paper pattern pieces, sheets of wool blend felt, pair of 7mm safety eyes, embroidery floss, needle and pins.
Stuffing is not included as the finished piece is easy to stuff using scraps of felt or fabric cut into small bits, cotton balls as well as traditional stuffing. It also helps keep the shipping cost much lower as it can travel Canada Post letter mail.
Finished Size: 5" x 3" (13cm x 8cm)
Not recommended for small children.
Made by Rita Van Tassel Studio in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
$19.99 $28.00
This adorable chunky knit pom pom toque is for kids! The pom pom makes it extra cute!
Fabric: 100% Acrylic
Size: Fits Age 2Y-5Y, 10" long when un-cuffed.
Care: Machine Wash Cold, Tumble Dry.
Made by North Standard Trading Post in Ottawa, Ontario.
$12.99 $22.00
What makes kids even cuter? North Standard's adorable pride bear logo! Their Made in Canada rib-knit acrylic toque is perfect for staying stylish during our long winter.
Fabric: 100% Acrylic
Size: Fits Age 6M - 2Y depending on head size
Care: Machine Wash Cold, Tumble Dry.
Made by North Standard Trading Post in Ottawa, Ontario.
$27.99
Tilly (short for Matilda) the koala lives in Australia and her two favourite things are sleeping in and playing video games. Her friends know when she’s nervous because gets the hiccups.
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7" H x 5.5" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
$24.99 $27.99
Rusty the cottontail rabbit has a lot of trouble paying attention in class, but he is incredibly creative. He loves music, especially hip-hop, and can tap out any beat with his hind legs.
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 5.5" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
$27.99
Bekki Raccoon isn't a picky eater and loves to try new foods. She also loves baths because she doesn't like to be dirty.
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 4.25" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
$27.99
Bernice is named after her grandmother whom she lives with. She likes to splash her
friends by slapping her tail on the water (they don’t find it as funny as she does).
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 4.5" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
$27.99
Frankie the Red Fox is kind and thoughtful but they get nervous when meeting someone new. They love skipping rocks on the water with their friends. Six skips is their record!
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 4" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
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