Nunavut

by Lyn Hancock

Nunavut is an insightful and entertaining introduction to its people, culture, geography, history, and economy. Written by Northwest Territories resident Lyn Hancock, this is the first and only juvenile book on Nunavut. The easy-to-read text, complimented with beautiful colour photography, takes the readers on a fascinating tour of Canada's newest territory.

74 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 1995

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Non-fiction for older elementary students, from the "Hello Canada: series. I remember vaguely hearing about this new territory, but only when prompted by noticing this book on the library shelf. It's an excellent book. Readable & interesting, not shy of controversy (missionaries and alcoholism are two of the issues summarized), thorough but concise, written by someone who has lived there a long time but also has outsider experience, lots of wonderful pictures, lots of appendices and other 'elements of a non-fiction book.'

The only concern is that it was published in 1995, only 2 years after Nunavut's "birthday." Recommended as a companion to more up-to-date sources... students could explore "how did people feel about their new independence from the Northwest Territories? What issues do they face now? Is their population still growing as fast as it was when this book was published?" and other related questions.

[David Corleto-Bales · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very pleasant and interesting book about the relatively recently-created Canadian territory of Nunavut, 80% of the population of which is composed of the Inuit people. Interesting background on the territory, its customs, history, industries and land-forms.