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Highlights
- A pitch-perfect story about sibling bonds and Anishinaabe cultural traditions, from the bestselling author of SkySisters.Serenity is following her brother, Big Ed, to his fishing spot on Hawk River.
- 4-7 Years
- 9.1" x 10.2" Hardcover
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Family
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About the Book
"Serenity and her brother Big Ed are making their way through the bush to go fishing at Hawk River. Along the path, Big Ed explains that it's called Hawk River because the Hawks, Gekek, are the Keepers of the river and their Protectors. 'They see things far off in the distance, things we can't,' he tells Serenity. When they arrive at the river and Big Ed finds himself in danger, Serenity must follow the Hawk and listen to her own intuition to come to her brother's rescue"Book Synopsis
A pitch-perfect story about sibling bonds and Anishinaabe cultural traditions, from the bestselling author of SkySisters.
Serenity is following her brother, Big Ed, to his fishing spot on Hawk River. Big Ed explains that the river is named for the Hawk, Gekek, the Keepers of the river and their Protectors. "They see things far off in the distance, things we can't," he tells Serenity. Later, when Big Ed gets in trouble while fishing, Serenity follows the Hawk's shadow to come to her brother's aid.
Bestselling author Jan Bourdeau Waboose showcases Indigenous storytelling traditions in this compelling picture book featuring Ojibwe words and cultural practices. Karlene Harvey's brightly colored illustrations stunningly capture the natural world of the bush. The sibling relationship, full of teasing and admonitions, is pitch-perfect, and will be relatable to readers of any age. This captivating book, with its rich narrative and riveting climax, is a wonderful choice for reading aloud. It's an excellent accompaniment to social studies lessons on cultures, local and global communities, and Indigenous Peoples. It also offers a perfect opportunity to encourage children to notice the natural world where they live.
Review Quotes
... young readers will follow in the footsteps of two siblings, who explore a natural world filled with wonder and delight.--Children's Literature
About the Author
Jan Bourdeau Waboose is First Nation Anishinaabe of the Ojibway Bear Clan from northern Ontario. Through her writing, she conveys the Indigenous life she sees in her family, friends and community. She is the author of the picture books Morning on the Lake, SkySisters and The Spirit Trackers.Karlene Harvey is an illustrator and writer who lives on the unceded and ancestral home territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tseil-Waututh people. Karlene is Tsilhqot'in and Syilx and grew up on territories of the Semiahmoo and Kwantlen Nations. They have illustrated several children's books, including Drum from the Heart; Every Child Matters; Maggie Lou, Firefox and Kaiah's Garden.