by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
How do Inuit hunters thank the goddess for allowing them to hunt various sea creatures? Do you think this makes a difference? Why or why not? Research other ways that Indigenous Peoples give thanks for their hunting successes.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
On page 17, the author mentions “warm season.” What season is the author referring to? What gifts might come with the warm season?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
On page 12, “Pudlo thought about how in the springtime ice that went out with the tide often drifted back when the tide rolled in.” What does this quote mean? What is happening with the tides?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
After reading page 11, draw a diagram to show the students what has happened to Pudlo and Kapik. Show how the ice floes move and how Pudlo and Kapik jumped from one ice floe to another.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 20, 2026
Have students research traditional Inuit hunting methods and modern hunting methods, as well as what animals Inuit hunt.
