An Inuksuk Means Welcome
The words and their definitions give a sense of the traditions and customs of Inuit life in the Arctic: nanuq is the powerful polar bear of the north; kamik is a warm seal- and caribou-skin boot; and siku is sea ice. Stunning paintings with deep color and rich texture evoke a powerful sense of place and show great respect for the Acrtic’s indigenous people.
Extra informational text features include an introductory note about the significance of inuksuit in Inuit culture and a nonfiction page that profiles seven different types of inuksuit.
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SKU: 211134n0nn1nWWW | ISBN: 9781771474351
"The presence of a close-knit Inuit family...brings a loving warmth to the Arctic landscape Wallace so affectionately portrays." - Publisher's Weekly
""An Inuksuk Means Welcome" is a multi-sensory tour through life in the Arctic for thousands of years, beautifully presented for children of all ages." - The Midwest Book Review's Children's Bookwatch
"Wallace's richly coloured paintings bring both the northern landscape and Inuit culture vividly to life, highlighting the interdependence of the people and the land, and the importance of close family ties." - Quill & Quire, STARRED REVIEW
"A solid compliment to social studies lessons about traditional Inuit customs and the languages of Canada." - National Reading Campaign
"Rich with colour and movement." - Canadian Review of Materials
"A strong addition for libraries looking to expand cultural collections with ease." - School Library Journal
"Adds interest and understanding to an important part of Canada's history and culture." - Resource Links
"Beautiful presentation...invites you, almost entices you, to learn more." - Librarian's Quest
OLA Best Bet Honourbale Mention
Publication date
October 15, 2020
Number of pages
32
Curriculum
Heritage; World Connections; Communities Around the World
Interest age
From 3 to 7