SkySisters

ISBN

9781550746990

Publisher & Publication Year

Kids Can Press, 2002

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Author

Jan Bourdeau Waboose (Ojibwe)

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Illustrator

Brian Deines

Synopsis

Summary

Rooted in a sisterhood winter tradition, this story tells of winter walks to view the Northern Lights and connect with our ancestors. It is a beautiful story of appreciation for winter, winter’s silence, and time with family.

Notable Achievements

2005 First Nation Communities Read, Cooperative Children's Book Center, Commended; 2001 CCBC Choices 2001, Canadian Library Association, Winner; 2001 Ruth Schwartz Children’s Book Award, Skipping Stones Magazine, Commended; 2000 Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Award , Commended; 2000 Skipping Stones Honor Award, Winner

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Educator Guide

This guide, created by Meagan Dyck, includes course connections, lessons, and activities.

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