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Starred Review on June 1, 2023 | Picture Books
Gr 1–3—A first-person viewpoint gives this story an immediacy that captures the sympathy of readers and holds their attention. The author describes her mother's experiences at a residential school for Indigenous children in Canada and how she used skills learned from her family to survive. Conditions are described in a matter-of-fact tone, which only underscores the appalling way the children were treated. The color palettes change to contrast the set...Log In or Sign Up to Read More