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Missing Nimama
Missing Nimama (Clockwise Press, Sept.) is a touching story related from the point of view of a missing indigenous woman as she watches her daughter grow up without her.
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February 9, 2017
On the opening page, we see Kateri, a little girl in bed, asleep. She's dreaming of leaning against her mother while her grandmother tells them stories. We read that when she wakes, she'll lose her mother, all over again.
The review at Quill and Quire said that the story is touching. That image--of the little girl waking and losing her mother all over again--is a good example of how the story might be called touching. That tug-on-the-heartstrings quality is present throughout the book.
To me, however, it is like the prompt Florence wrote for World Literacy Canada writing contest. Based on pushback, the prompt was rewritten.
Rather than losing a mom all over again when she wakes, a Native child reading this book (or listening to it be read aloud) in a classroom, may be inadvertently traumatized by a teacher who may not know the child's history. As with the prompt for the writing contest, it feels like Florence did not imagine Native children as being part of her audience.
Full review here: https://goo.gl/Q6eC0U
The review at Quill and Quire said that the story is touching. That image--of the little girl waking and losing her mother all over again--is a good example of how the story might be called touching. That tug-on-the-heartstrings quality is present throughout the book.
To me, however, it is like the prompt Florence wrote for World Literacy Canada writing contest. Based on pushback, the prompt was rewritten.
Rather than losing a mom all over again when she wakes, a Native child reading this book (or listening to it be read aloud) in a classroom, may be inadvertently traumatized by a teacher who may not know the child's history. As with the prompt for the writing contest, it feels like Florence did not imagine Native children as being part of her audience.
Full review here: https://goo.gl/Q6eC0U
March 7, 2017
Sad story about a little indigenous girl whose mother is missing and presumed dead, possibly murdered. The girl is being raised by her grandmother while her dead mother watches and remarks on the stages of her daughter's life.
Not a spooky ghost story, rather a comment on the people left behind and the pain and sadness. But also about how the families keep going.
Not a spooky ghost story, rather a comment on the people left behind and the pain and sadness. But also about how the families keep going.
July 5, 2016
This is the story of a young, murdered Cree mother, watching over her daughter as the child grows up under the care of her grandmother. As an adult this is a poignant and heartrending point of view, beautifully told in free verse. If a young child could comprehend the content, they might simply find it frightening.
The book begins with a glossary containing several words from the Cree language included in the story. It ends with a page of quotes and statistics regarding the many missing and murdered indigenous women in Canada.
This is not a children’s book although it appears to be. A reader may be several pages into the story before recognizing the subject matter. The content and comprehension level is for middle schoolers and older, even then discussion is in order.
The art work is lovely, yet slightly haunting. Subtle Cree words are artfully hidden and several pages include ghostly images of the deceased mother, translucent in the background.
It is in no way graphic. There are no brutal scenes, but the underlying message is a disturbing one. If it were marketed to an older audience and it was clearly specified what the content was, it would be deserving of a five star rating. The lack of information on the back and the whimsical cover are both concerning as the target audience for this book is likely being missed and small children may be reading it without parental guidance.
It would perhaps be a healing book for the children of a murdered or deceased parent and a comfort to a grandparent raising their grandchild for a late son or daughter.
This is a story that all Canadian adults should read as we should all be aware of the current social issues happening in Canada today. Caution should be taken however in the use of this book with young children or in a classroom setting.
The book begins with a glossary containing several words from the Cree language included in the story. It ends with a page of quotes and statistics regarding the many missing and murdered indigenous women in Canada.
This is not a children’s book although it appears to be. A reader may be several pages into the story before recognizing the subject matter. The content and comprehension level is for middle schoolers and older, even then discussion is in order.
The art work is lovely, yet slightly haunting. Subtle Cree words are artfully hidden and several pages include ghostly images of the deceased mother, translucent in the background.
It is in no way graphic. There are no brutal scenes, but the underlying message is a disturbing one. If it were marketed to an older audience and it was clearly specified what the content was, it would be deserving of a five star rating. The lack of information on the back and the whimsical cover are both concerning as the target audience for this book is likely being missed and small children may be reading it without parental guidance.
It would perhaps be a healing book for the children of a murdered or deceased parent and a comfort to a grandparent raising their grandchild for a late son or daughter.
This is a story that all Canadian adults should read as we should all be aware of the current social issues happening in Canada today. Caution should be taken however in the use of this book with young children or in a classroom setting.
February 21, 2017
This is not a picture book for children.
Melanie Florence's ancestry is Cree. Her grandfather is a residential school survivor. Her family's history is another horrific story of how the country tried to destroy indigenous cultures.
Florence has written numerous books about indigenous people as a response to this history.
This one is a difficult book to read because it focuses on the issue of the murdered and missing indigenous women in Canada. It is told from the perspective of the child and her missing mother. We see the child grow up and become a young woman with her own child, all the while missing her mother. The mother's perspective is very dark, including not only the grief of missing her child, but also memories of what happened to her.
Francois Thisdale's illustrations are both haunting and drop dead gorgeous.
The back matter has additional information about the topic.
I wouldn't use this book with students younger than 16, and even then, I would be mindful of who they are, and what the purpose is. It is however, a book adults should read.
Melanie Florence's ancestry is Cree. Her grandfather is a residential school survivor. Her family's history is another horrific story of how the country tried to destroy indigenous cultures.
Florence has written numerous books about indigenous people as a response to this history.
This one is a difficult book to read because it focuses on the issue of the murdered and missing indigenous women in Canada. It is told from the perspective of the child and her missing mother. We see the child grow up and become a young woman with her own child, all the while missing her mother. The mother's perspective is very dark, including not only the grief of missing her child, but also memories of what happened to her.
Francois Thisdale's illustrations are both haunting and drop dead gorgeous.
The back matter has additional information about the topic.
I wouldn't use this book with students younger than 16, and even then, I would be mindful of who they are, and what the purpose is. It is however, a book adults should read.
February 17, 2017
This book explores the topic of missing and murdered indigenous women from the viewpoint of a little girl whose mother has gone missing. There is the voice of the little girl and the voice of the mother together on the page. It follows the young girl as she grows and becomes a mother. It is a very emotional book!
December 12, 2016
A gorgeous, sad and beautiful picture book about Canada's missing and murdered indigenous women. Tells the story of one fictional daughter and woman, but it feels like a true story. Beautiful illustrations and some Cree words. Very moving.
I teared up.
I teared up.
January 26, 2016
Very good picture book. I especially like the illustrations. I would let older children read this book.
I received a free copy of this book from the Goodreads First Reads program.
I received a free copy of this book from the Goodreads First Reads program.
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February 11, 2016Wai, I teared up a lot with this one (unsurprisingly). The Cree words 'hidden' in the illustrations were a nice touch, although I wish they had given a glossary for all of them not just the few.
December 27, 2016
difficult. although children's book suitable for much older
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December 31, 2016This book brings to light an epidemic of violence against Canada's aboriginal women and girls - an epidemic that is ongoing and frightening.
March 3, 2017
An important topic to write about. I'm just not so sure about the execution.
September 30, 2019
Today is Orange Shirt Day, which recognizes children hurt by the residential school system. Since we didn’t happen to have a book to read to Kait about that, I grabbed this off our library book pile.
It made me cry. And then I cried again while trying to explain to my five year old why people might take away little children her age to live at school, away from their families.
I feel like this is an important book to read, to set the stage for later l, more detailed conversations. It was hard for me to fully differentiate for Kait as I read it the child’s sections from the mom’s.
It made me cry. And then I cried again while trying to explain to my five year old why people might take away little children her age to live at school, away from their families.
I feel like this is an important book to read, to set the stage for later l, more detailed conversations. It was hard for me to fully differentiate for Kait as I read it the child’s sections from the mom’s.
February 13, 2021
The illustrations are gorgeous and the writing cuts deep. The story is about a young Cree girl whose mother was abducted, and whose ghost talks to her as she grows up. However, I wonder how children would receive this book; it may be triggering for some.
"And when I couldn't fight anymore, I close my eyes. And saw your beautiful face... Even if you sometimes forget my face. Just look in the mirror, my love. You have your mother's smile."
"And when I couldn't fight anymore, I close my eyes. And saw your beautiful face... Even if you sometimes forget my face. Just look in the mirror, my love. You have your mother's smile."
August 12, 2017
Missing Nimâmâ is a work of fiction that refers to a sadly widespread reality; the violence towards, and murder of indigenous women. Through this finely crafted picture book, the creators hope to raise awareness, and inspire action by portraying the experience of one family. Kateri misses her nimâmâ, and as we learn right from the beginning, it's because her mother was murdered. The murder itself, and the socioeconomic and psychological reasons for it are never mentioned. Instead, this heartbreaking story focuses on what this loss means to the daughter and the grandmother, and what it means to the departed mother. To do this, it is told from two perspectives: the girl who is doing her best to live her life, and the ghost of her watching mother, whose thoughts linger in italics. As Kateri grows up with her nôhkum and later with her own family, the mother expresses how much she loves her daughter, how proud she is, but also exhibits signs of anger, sadness, and even jealousy. The affects on the daughter are apparent more through the illustrations and events, because her half is told in third person, unlike her mother's which is in first. Thisdale's art is appropriately sobering at times, and full of loving warmth in others. The pictures are beautifully painted, and characters look photorealistic in order to create a stronger personal connection between the reader and the story. Florence's text is equally a part of the reason that people will be able to connect to the experience of this family. She never tries to dramatize what is happening or what the characters are feeling. She just tells it as it is through the little moments that matter. Readers who are not familiar with the Cree language and script will greatly appreciate the note on the very first page which introduces the words that are used throughout. Putting this at the front suggests a keenness to promote this language and culture just as much as the purpose is to tell a story; most picture books usually include such a chart at the end, leaving readers to discover it after the fact. At the back of this book is a note that includes the voices of different people, including that of the previous Canadian government which failed to address this issue, some facts, and a link to a resource that can help people find out more. Missing Nimâmâ offers the opportunity to open up a dialogue with children about how to treat women, how to deal with the loss of a loved one, what is happening to indigenous peoples, and what can be done. Every child, every parent, every person should read this book.
June 2, 2020
A beautifully written and illustrated story of a young girl growing up and her mother watching over her from the spirit world. It’s a tragic story about Missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, but written in a way that young people could understand.
1st book read as a part of June’s #IndigenousReads
1st book read as a part of June’s #IndigenousReads
May 22, 2017
There is much to admire about this picture book from Canada. The softly-colored illustrations have a dreamlike quality while the text itself is gripping and filled with emotion. Told from two points of view for each event, the picture book follows the growth of Kateri, a Cree girl whose mother has disappeared. As she goes to school, attends her first dance, falls in love, gets married, and looks forward to her first child, her mother's spirit lingers on, watching carefully. The use of italics for the font representing one speaker and a font without italics for the other allows readers to peek into the hearts and minds of the characters. I appreciated how the author does not give away the whereabouts of Kateri's mother, Aiyana Cardinal, until the end, even though she drops hints along the way. Of course, those hints work perfectly in supporting the title, which can be interpreted in more than one way. This minimalist approach to a very real issue in Canada--the loss or disappearance of many indigenous women--allows readers to draw their own conclusions as they read between the lines, and then the back matter provides additional information about the many women who have become lost, disappearing without a trace or perhaps not mattering enough to authorities to solve their (likely) murders. At least in Kateri's case, her mother's body is eventually found. My heart leaped at first when I read those words, but then it sunk because I knew what that meant. This powerful and emotionally wrenching book is a call to action that also raises awareness of a little-discussed topic and may provide some comfort for some young readers while also disturbing others. Thank goodness Kateri had a supportive grandmother to help her through these times.
April 4, 2017
April 4, 2017
Missing Nimama by Melanie Florence; Copyright: 2015; Genre: Picture Book; Multi-genre Research Book
*SPOLIER ALERT*
Today I read the book Missing Nimama by Melanie Florence and I thought it was a great and heartwarming story. This book is about a young girl named Kateri and how she went through the important parts of her life “without” her mother. Kateri had her grandmother, but there were times when she wanted her mother. Her grandmother never told her that her mother had died, she said her mother was lost. Every event that Kateri went through, like her first day of school, her first dance, her wedding, her mother was there in spirit, Kateri just did not know that. once Kateri was grown up, she received a phone call saying that they found her mother, but she already knew that he mother had passed away. I thought this book was great because within the text you have the grandmother and Kateri saying what is going on and then there is the part from the mother and what she is seeing and what she would be saying if she was with her daughter. I thought that was an excellent idea because then you can see from both perspectives of the characters. I would recommend this book for children the age of 8 years old and up just because the mother is dead and younger children might not understand of like that fact. All in all, I thought this was a great story. The language was fairly easy, besides the words that were in the Cree language, it was not very long, and there are illustrations on every page that display what the text is stating. I would rate this book 5 star out of stars and would encourage people to read it.
Missing Nimama by Melanie Florence; Copyright: 2015; Genre: Picture Book; Multi-genre Research Book
*SPOLIER ALERT*
Today I read the book Missing Nimama by Melanie Florence and I thought it was a great and heartwarming story. This book is about a young girl named Kateri and how she went through the important parts of her life “without” her mother. Kateri had her grandmother, but there were times when she wanted her mother. Her grandmother never told her that her mother had died, she said her mother was lost. Every event that Kateri went through, like her first day of school, her first dance, her wedding, her mother was there in spirit, Kateri just did not know that. once Kateri was grown up, she received a phone call saying that they found her mother, but she already knew that he mother had passed away. I thought this book was great because within the text you have the grandmother and Kateri saying what is going on and then there is the part from the mother and what she is seeing and what she would be saying if she was with her daughter. I thought that was an excellent idea because then you can see from both perspectives of the characters. I would recommend this book for children the age of 8 years old and up just because the mother is dead and younger children might not understand of like that fact. All in all, I thought this was a great story. The language was fairly easy, besides the words that were in the Cree language, it was not very long, and there are illustrations on every page that display what the text is stating. I would rate this book 5 star out of stars and would encourage people to read it.
September 28, 2016
Missing Nimâmâ is absolutely heartbreaking. This is a story that needed to be told, and the sooner it is introduced to the youngest generations the better. I think the last time a picture book made me cry was I Love You Forever. Although Missing Nimâmâ is a hard and sad book to read, it is an important story. One I am very glad to hear is up for the TD Children's Literature Award.
The free verse mixed with the back and forth between the voices of Kateri and Aiyana (nimâmâ) makes the writing beg for some sort of rhythm or pattern for reading aloud. However, the inclusion of nimâmâ's voice is a beautiful touch that emphasizes the emotional significance of how Kateri's mother is always with her. Also, the inclusion of statistics and facts about the Missing and Murdered Women is essential to answering some of the questions children will almost definitely have after reading this story ("What do you mean her mom is missing?" "Where is nimâmâ?").
François Thisdale's illustrations are captivating. The softness of his human faces, and the depth he captures in everyone's eyes is not only amazing, it hugely added to this story of emotion and loss. The sadness and longing was clear in Kateri's eyes.
Overall I definitely and highly recommend Missing Nimâmâ. All young readers will adore this book, especially in the 3-6 age range. Very text heavy, this book, wrought with cultural and political significance, will also be appealing to young readers who are early into chapter books, or children with a particular interest in history or strong female characters.
The free verse mixed with the back and forth between the voices of Kateri and Aiyana (nimâmâ) makes the writing beg for some sort of rhythm or pattern for reading aloud. However, the inclusion of nimâmâ's voice is a beautiful touch that emphasizes the emotional significance of how Kateri's mother is always with her. Also, the inclusion of statistics and facts about the Missing and Murdered Women is essential to answering some of the questions children will almost definitely have after reading this story ("What do you mean her mom is missing?" "Where is nimâmâ?").
François Thisdale's illustrations are captivating. The softness of his human faces, and the depth he captures in everyone's eyes is not only amazing, it hugely added to this story of emotion and loss. The sadness and longing was clear in Kateri's eyes.
Overall I definitely and highly recommend Missing Nimâmâ. All young readers will adore this book, especially in the 3-6 age range. Very text heavy, this book, wrought with cultural and political significance, will also be appealing to young readers who are early into chapter books, or children with a particular interest in history or strong female characters.
February 16, 2017
This book is about a little girl whose mother is "lost" (kidnapped and murdered). Although it is a fictional story, it is based on true stories about indigenous women in Canada who have been kidnapped and killed in large numbers.
The story starts after the mother has disappeared and the little girl is missing her mother. You do not actually see the kidnapping and murder in the story, though the kidnapping is mentioned.
I thought it was an interesting way to explore a parent's disappearance - on each page there is a paragraph from the young girl's point of view and the missing mother's (tender, loving & caring) response. For kids who have lost a parent, the kind words of the parent's voice may be reassuring.
I think children who have lost loved ones can relate to this story. Despite a few Cree language words for the most part this book could have been about any child whose parent has been killed / gone missing.
Older children & adults who are interested in Native people may also be interested in this story. I say older children & adults because of the serious subject and this is a longer story (not a quick read).
Though the ending shows hope because the young girl grows up and starts a family of her own, overall it is very sad.
After I read it to my kids, the kids asked why anyone would want to kill Native women. That isn't easy to explain. I told them that hopefully violently hateful crimes will stop someday.
The story starts after the mother has disappeared and the little girl is missing her mother. You do not actually see the kidnapping and murder in the story, though the kidnapping is mentioned.
I thought it was an interesting way to explore a parent's disappearance - on each page there is a paragraph from the young girl's point of view and the missing mother's (tender, loving & caring) response. For kids who have lost a parent, the kind words of the parent's voice may be reassuring.
I think children who have lost loved ones can relate to this story. Despite a few Cree language words for the most part this book could have been about any child whose parent has been killed / gone missing.
Older children & adults who are interested in Native people may also be interested in this story. I say older children & adults because of the serious subject and this is a longer story (not a quick read).
Though the ending shows hope because the young girl grows up and starts a family of her own, overall it is very sad.
After I read it to my kids, the kids asked why anyone would want to kill Native women. That isn't easy to explain. I told them that hopefully violently hateful crimes will stop someday.
August 26, 2017
Missing Nimâmâ by Melanie Florence and illustrated by Francois Thisdale is a hauntingly beautiful and heartbreaking story of a girl growing up without her nimâmâ (mother) because she is lost. One of the many missing and murdered indigenous women. Told in two voices, mother and daughter, this story follows little Kateri as she grows up while her nimâmâ watches over her from the spirit world. Florence's beautiful words and Thisdale's intense illustrations dominate this picture book. At the beginning of the book, we are given a glossary of the Cree terms and the spellings in the Cree language. At the end of the story, Melanie Florence provides age appropriate information about the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women to help lead discussions.
Due to the topic, I would use this book for an older audience, at least grade two and up. This book should be a staple in every Canadian history, politics, and social justice classroom and should be read and discussed with all of our children.
Missing Nimâmâ has been honoured with the following awards; the 2016 TD Canadian Childrens Literature Award, the 2017 Golden Oak Award, and named an OLA Best Bet 2015 Honour Book.
Melanie Florence is of Cree decent and her relationship with her grandfather sparked her interest in writing about aboriginal themes. For more information about Melanie Florence check out her website at melanieflorence.com.
Due to the topic, I would use this book for an older audience, at least grade two and up. This book should be a staple in every Canadian history, politics, and social justice classroom and should be read and discussed with all of our children.
Missing Nimâmâ has been honoured with the following awards; the 2016 TD Canadian Childrens Literature Award, the 2017 Golden Oak Award, and named an OLA Best Bet 2015 Honour Book.
Melanie Florence is of Cree decent and her relationship with her grandfather sparked her interest in writing about aboriginal themes. For more information about Melanie Florence check out her website at melanieflorence.com.
September 30, 2016
A beautiful book about an aboriginal woman who has gone missing—which, yes, sounds like an oxymoron, how can such a book be beautiful? But the partnership of Melanie Florence and Francois Thisdale accomplishes this. The story is written as a poetic dialogue between a young girl who is being raised by her grandmother, and the spirit of her missing mother who watches her grow up. There is an interesting double entendre at work: not only is the mother missing, but she also misses the milestones that her daughter passes as she grows older, marries, and has a child of her own.
Thisdale's illustrations have a darkish grainy quality to them that felt appropriate. He also hid Cree words within the illustrations, a nice touch - and I have it on good authority that pictures of the author are hidden in the story as well.
This is a picture book for older children, one that will definitely spark discussion and important questions.
Thisdale's illustrations have a darkish grainy quality to them that felt appropriate. He also hid Cree words within the illustrations, a nice touch - and I have it on good authority that pictures of the author are hidden in the story as well.
This is a picture book for older children, one that will definitely spark discussion and important questions.
September 16, 2016
Missing Nimâmâ is the story of young Kateri growing up in the care of her grandmother as her mother Aiyana is one of the many missing indigenous women. But her mother is still part of her life.
I find the depth, warmth, and realism in the illustrations so engaging, and the creative inclusion of Cree words adds a further level of meaning and connection. Lovely.
But the story text and parallel voices of Kateri and Aiyana are phenomenal. Poignant, sensory, and poetic. Gritty, heartbreaking, yet hopeful, with an ending happy enough.
I’d learned of the OpenDyslexic font while editing educational resources for struggling readers. How delightful to see a picture book using this accessible font. Great choice!
This book is a beautiful exploration of family relationships, the impact of loss, and enduring legacy not to be missed.
I find the depth, warmth, and realism in the illustrations so engaging, and the creative inclusion of Cree words adds a further level of meaning and connection. Lovely.
But the story text and parallel voices of Kateri and Aiyana are phenomenal. Poignant, sensory, and poetic. Gritty, heartbreaking, yet hopeful, with an ending happy enough.
I’d learned of the OpenDyslexic font while editing educational resources for struggling readers. How delightful to see a picture book using this accessible font. Great choice!
This book is a beautiful exploration of family relationships, the impact of loss, and enduring legacy not to be missed.
July 19, 2016
This book is heartbreaking. I saw it in the library and went to read it to my daughter (four years old) with no idea of the content, but thought better of it once I realized that it addresses missing and murdered indigenous women. Every adult should read this book. I am not sure when my four year old will be old enough to discuss these topics, because the idea that a child's mother could be gone is terrifying for her, and it literally made me cry to think that this books describes the reality for children growing up missing their moms, sisters, aunts, grandmothers.
Beautifully written and illustrated. Painful and heartbreaking content, a very needed book.
Beautifully written and illustrated. Painful and heartbreaking content, a very needed book.
October 17, 2017
Beautiful and heartbreaking, Missing Nimama is a story of the daughter of one of Canada's missing or murdered Indigenous women. Though the characters themselves are fictional, the story speaks to the pain of loss of the family members left behind.
I think that this story effectively creates empathy in the reader, for a situation that has been in the headlines quite often in the last few years, and that people may have become desensitized to. It conveys a feeling of loss that echos through generations, making even joyful occasions bittersweet.
Since it deals with the rather disturbing subject of murder, this book would be most appropriate for older children, perhaps 10 and up.
I think that this story effectively creates empathy in the reader, for a situation that has been in the headlines quite often in the last few years, and that people may have become desensitized to. It conveys a feeling of loss that echos through generations, making even joyful occasions bittersweet.
Since it deals with the rather disturbing subject of murder, this book would be most appropriate for older children, perhaps 10 and up.
November 14, 2015
This fictional picture book, told in free verse, is based on the true story of the hundreds of missing indigenous women of Canada. Told in alternating voices, the absent mother follows her daughter, as she becomes a woman and a mother herself. For mature readers ages eight and up, this book also contains a glossary of Cree words and additional information on the many voices that have been taken away.
February 8, 2016
This book traces the growing up of a young indigenous girl in the home of her grandmother. The ghost voice of her mother accompanies her growing up years. The story and characters create a narrative that the statistics and news do not. A powerful story of how one child is forever changed when her mother goes missing. Connections and further information at the back is useful for those studying these terrible events. High School, Middle School in this context.
January 25, 2017
Heartfelt story about the aboriginal people of Canada and the 1,181 missing women from 1980 through 2012. Tells the story of a little girl being raised by her grandmother and hoping to hear that her mother is found and safe. Accepts the facts and grows up marrying and having her own child and feeling her mother's hopes and dreams. Sad story and interesting non-fiction back matter at the back of the book.
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February 15, 2017I am an adult who reads picture books. I love them and indulge when I find one I am interested in. Lately, I have turned to examining what a book might say to childhood readers as well as to my adult self.
In this case, I point you to the clear review of Debbie Reese, either here on Goodreads or on her website. She indicates that this book would likely be a traumatic experience for a young FN reader. I take her point.
In this case, I point you to the clear review of Debbie Reese, either here on Goodreads or on her website. She indicates that this book would likely be a traumatic experience for a young FN reader. I take her point.
April 17, 2017
I really like this book and appreciate that Melanie Florence wrote it. The illustrations are beautiful and the book won the TD Book award in 2016.
The topic is dark and the picture book is best used with older children to introduce the theme of Missing and Murdered Indigenous women (MMIW).
I especially like the two voices used throughout the book. Reading this book prompted me to explore Melanie Florence's YA novels.
The topic is dark and the picture book is best used with older children to introduce the theme of Missing and Murdered Indigenous women (MMIW).
I especially like the two voices used throughout the book. Reading this book prompted me to explore Melanie Florence's YA novels.
August 1, 2017
A young Cree girl is raised by her loving grandmother, all the while missing her Mother who went missing. Meanwhile, her lost Mother watches over her, wishing she could be there to see her grow up. Told in dual narrative, using free-verse.
A stirring and emotional tale that humanizes one of the many faceless and forgotten missing Indigenous women. Featuring beautiful illustrations in soft, muted colours, and a moving poetic format.
A stirring and emotional tale that humanizes one of the many faceless and forgotten missing Indigenous women. Featuring beautiful illustrations in soft, muted colours, and a moving poetic format.
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