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K-3
Illustrated by
Danielle Daniel.
"You hold me up when you comfort me / when you listen to me / when you respect me." With only a handful of such sentences describing supportive behavior, there's not much for readers to sink their teeth into until an appended note ties the book to the history and impact of Canada's Indian boarding schools. Daniel's warm illustrations help to expand the brief text.
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4-6
A practical guide to the reconciliation process is focused on Canada's historical relations with and treatment of its Indigenous Peoples, including substantial information on residential schools. Archival and contemporary photos illustrate the text. "Reflections" questions throughout encourage active reader participation; the unique book could also spur research about these issues as they relate to the United States. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.