Canadian, Aboriginal

Wagamese, Richard. 2003. For Joshua, An Ojibwe Father Teaches His Son. Random House. ISBN: 0-385-65953-9
Age: 14+
Language: English
Subject: Youth, Adult; Non-Fiction; Biography; Ojibwe

This memoir was written for the author’s estranged son, Joshua. The author writes about his personal history of foster homes, adoption, and alcoholism and his personal search for healing and belonging. He weaves stories of his early life into a four day vision quest guided by an Ojibwe elder.

Canadian

Wallace, Mary. 2001. Make Your Own Inuksuk. Toronto, ON: Owl Books.
ISBN: 1-894379-09-8
Age: 7 - 14
Language: English
Subject: Children, Youth; Non-Fiction; Arctic; Inuit

This book provides some fascinating information about inuksuit (pl.). It also provides easy step-by-step instructions on how to build your own.

Canadian

Wallace, Mary. 1999. The Inuksuk Book. Toronto, ON: Owl Books. ISBN: 1-895688-90-6
Age: 7 - 14
Language: English
Subject: Children, Youth; Non-Fiction; Arctic; Inuit

This book, written in consultation with Elders, describes different kinds of inuksuit and their role in Inuit life and culture.