{"product_id":"the-hawk-shadow-9781525310843","title":"The Hawk Shadow","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA pitch-perfect story about sibling bonds and Anishinaabe cultural traditions, from the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eSkySisters\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serenity is following her brother, Big Ed, to his fishing spot on Hawk River. Big Ed explains that the river is named for the Hawk, Gekek, the Keepers of the river and their Protectors. \"They see things far off in the distance, things we can't,\" he tells Serenity. Later, when Big Ed gets in trouble while fishing, Serenity follows the Hawk's shadow to come to her brother's aid. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Bestselling author Jan Bourdeau Waboose showcases Indigenous storytelling traditions in this compelling picture book featuring Ojibwe words and cultural practices. Karlene Harvey's brightly colored illustrations stunningly capture the natural world of the bush. The sibling relationship, full of teasing and admonitions, is pitch-perfect, and will be relatable to readers of any age. This captivating book, with its rich narrative and riveting climax, is a wonderful choice for reading aloud. It's an excellent accompaniment to social studies lessons on cultures, local and global communities, and Indigenous Peoples. It also offers a perfect opportunity to encourage children to notice the natural world where they live. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kids Can Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/03\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781525310843\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32","brand":"Jan Bourdeau Waboose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44413661216949,"sku":"9781525310843","price":18.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_ba3c68c0-ac4a-42db-b941-bacdd7925938.jpg?v=1720538182","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-hawk-shadow-9781525310843","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}