by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Ask students: What do the characters in the story believe about Madelaine?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Ask students: What lessons do the grandchildren learn in this chapter? What in the story or illustrations lets us know about the lessons? What types of lessons have you experienced when learning or working with your grandparents or other family? How are these lessons...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
During bad weather, the Dene people play hand games. View this CBC News video to learn more about hand games: http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/dene-hand-games-1.3586982 Additional information can be found in the Canadian Encyclopedia “Dene Games” article:...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
On page 20, Etseh tells the children, “To us the land is like a book,” and that they “must see each place before we tell you the stories.” Discuss with students what Etseh means by this and why it is important to see a place before you hear the stories.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
On page 12, it lists the ingredients and equipment the characters are packing. What do you think they will eat on their trip?
