Children's Fiction Native Canadian
Amik
- Publisher
- Kegedonce Press
- Initial publish date
- Dec 2021
- Category
- Native Canadian, Environment, General
- Recommended Age
- 3 to 6
- Recommended Grade
- p to 1
- Recommended Reading age
- 3 to 5
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781928120285
- Publish Date
- Dec 2021
- List Price
- $15
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Description
The beaver is busy.
This delightful children's picture book tells the story of amik, the beaver, who works on his dam throughout the day while nature and the activities of other animals carry on around him. At the end of a long day, amik returns to his den to be with his family.
Along with its beautiful cut-paper illustrations, Amik offers the chance for children to learn words and phrases in the Ojibwe language, as the text appears in both English and Anishinaabemowin. A fun, colourful and engaging book for children ages three through six.
About the author
Sharon King is an educator, performer and producer. Most recently she has worked at a community level as a educator in Wasauksing First Nation. She is best known for her Juno nomination in 1999 (Aboriginal Women's Voices, Hearts of the the Nation). She has produced community arts programs, and her travels has helped with a strong connection to artists, filmmakers, and producers in Canada. Her strong hold on Indigenous culture and singing has maintained her efforts in her keeping tradition present with her family and community.
Awards
- Short-listed, First Nation Communities READ
- Commended, IPPY Award: best regional fiction, Canada East
- Short-listed, Indigenous Voices Award
Editorial Reviews
https://muskratmagazine.com/amik-by-sharon-king/?fbclid=IwAR09utCcHtUtXCAwm79tku2au0ibQ21-dllb_jTMkBX_A13AGP_DjxQtoGs
https://anishinabeknews.ca/2022/04/04/book-review-amik/