mdettmann's review against another edition
5.0
*bursts into tears at the quiet beauty of this book, from the message of hope to the artwork to the injustice of this part of history*
dianacarmel's review against another edition
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
There’s a lot of heartbreak, beauty, and resilience in this short book.
hlparis's review against another edition
5.0
A lovely book for children on a hard topic, what was taken from American Indians when they were taken to boarding schools. It incorporates some of the Cree language that they were not allowed to speak and simply illustrates for children what American Indian children were not allowed to do or be when they were taken to the boarding schools.
The story has sad notes, but ultimately is more about how to find empowerment during difficult moments and definitely afterwards. Highly recommend.
The story has sad notes, but ultimately is more about how to find empowerment during difficult moments and definitely afterwards. Highly recommend.
zoes_human's review against another edition
4.0
A Cree woman tells her granddaughter about her experiences at a residential school. In the process, she shares the importance of holding on to that which is most important during times of crisis. Beautiful art accompanies this story of heritage and resilience. Suitable for children ages 4 to 8.
abrandtloer's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful illustrations, gentle introduction for children to the losses caused by Indian Residential Schools.