How can adults working with Indigenous children (aged 9–12 years) in the Canadian context foster a sense of self, belonging, and identity? What are the key elements of a quality experience for Indigenous children attending programs outside of the classroom? To begin answering these questions, we start with these facts..VIEW Think, Feel, Act Empowering Children in the Middle Years Each Child Brings a Special Gift: Nurturing Indigenous Identity and Belonging I Pamela Rose Toulouse, PhD