by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Ask students: What do you think is the underlying theme/message of the story? Support your idea with proof from the story.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
With students, read the following books and make connections between the three books. Rylant, Cynthia, and Stephen Gammell (illus.). When the Relatives Came. NYC: Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 1993. Waboose, Jan Bourdeau, and Brian Deines (illus.). SkySisters....
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
In the Inuit culture, eating raw meat is a common occurrence. Ask students: Can you think of why that may be from a historical perspective? Do you know of any other cultures in which the people eat raw meat?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Often small communities have their own legends and stories to coincide with landforms, people, landmarks and buildings, like the one on the second page of this book. Legends and stories help to build a sense of community within a small town. Ask students: What, if...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
In this chapter, we see the first of many offerings of tobacco that are made throughout the story. Discuss this Indigenous protocol with students. If possible, invite an Elder or knowledge holder to share teachings about tobacco.
