by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
What is the role of stories throughout their journey?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Early in the book, Etseh tells John, “You’ll be a lot stronger.” In what ways does John become stronger throughout the story? Have students support their answers with examples from the book.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Have students look into the current caribou population in this territory.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
The caribou hunt is explained in this chapter. As a class, explore what the uses were for caribou (including those that are discussed in the chapter) and consider what else the Dogrib people used caribou for.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
With students, discuss the significance of Blood Rock. Sharing stories about the land is important throughout this book. Find stories of the land near you, visit those places as a class if you can and/or have an Elder or knowledge keeper come into your class to share...
