by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
Why do you think Oonark shared this story? What did she want to teach us, the readers?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
On page 32, Oonark hears a “buzzing sound in the distance.” What could this sound be?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
Do you agree with the decision that Oonark made to get off the kamotiq with her daughter and let the others leave her there? Explain your position.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
On page 30, the author writes, “The animals and fish had been scarce for too long now.” What does the word “scarce” mean? What are the implications of animals and fish being scarce for Inuit? What should Oonark and her children do?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
How does the death of Oonark’s husband affect Oonark and her children? Discuss the roles and gifts of different family members to reflect on how the loss of one person deeply affects the entire family.
