Synopsis
Summary
Spend a year experiencing the seasons in Greenland with two Inuit siblings!
Brothers Minik and Nuka have a whole year of adventures ahead in Greenland, including finding ice shards from glaciers in the spring to picking crowberries during the summer when the sun barely sets. The darkness of winter reveals Arsarnerit, or the Aurora Borealis, above as the two whisper about the Inuit myth behind the lights.
Greenlandic Inuk author Naja Lund Aparico combines a sweet sibling story with an exploration of the seasons in the Arctic, featuring stunning illustrations by German and Choctaw illustrator Alex Nees and detailed backmatter.
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Reviews
School Library Journal: “A tender, atmospheric tribute to family, place, and the turning of the year. The prose moves with a gentle rhythm that is lyrical yet grounded in a natural, conversational voice as it guides readers seamlessly from one season to the next . . . Exquisite illustrations are detailed and slightly magical, perfectly matching the tone of the text. The palette, textures, and attention to details of the natural world bring an authenticity that allows readers to see the special uniqueness of Greenland. The text and art slow the pace and invite families to savor the joys each season brings.”
Kirkus: “Aparico’s text is a gentle glide through each season’s weather and features. Nees’ soft-hued landscapes showcase everything from the trickle of spring’s flowing water and flower-filled summer meadows to fall’s snow-covered hills and the dazzling glow of the northern lights; even the chilliest winter scenes are imbued with pure warmth . . . Soaring visuals and a cozy text pair for a wondrous romp through nature.”
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