The text says, “nôhkom mamanêw. ᓅᐦᑯᒼ ᒪᒪᓀᐤ᙮ Nôhkom gets ready.” Ask students: Who do you think Nôhkom is? What do you think she is getting ready to do? What clues do you see in the illustration that make you think that?
Have students look at the illustration with the child, and ask them: What is the child waiting for? Why do you think the child is holding a paper bag? What do you think the mom is waiting for?
Once the characters begin walking, ask students: Where do you think they are walking to? What does Nôhkom have in her hands? What clues do you see in the illustrations that tell you about their setting and location?