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3.42 AVERAGE
3.42 AVERAGE
3.5 rounded up to 4
An Inuit creation story of the walrus and the caribou. As others have said, I love the fact that theres's the idea that the creations weren't perfect and the ability to discuss the concept of revision and why. Great beginning to further discussion, but I wish there were some more detailed back matter in this book about the origin story as well.
An Inuit creation story of the walrus and the caribou. As others have said, I love the fact that theres's the idea that the creations weren't perfect and the ability to discuss the concept of revision and why. Great beginning to further discussion, but I wish there were some more detailed back matter in this book about the origin story as well.
'The Walrus and the Caribou' by Maika Harper, illustrated by Marcus Cutler, is an endearing tale of creation, based on a traditional Inuit story passed along through the generations through oral retellings in communities across the Arctic. Both the walrus and the caribou are shown how they were “originally” created, and then it is made clear how the decision was made to give them different parts to make them the creatures they are in the present day. It's always interesting to consider how ideas can change over time. The way that something starts out might be very different than where it ends up, and so goes the tale of the walrus and the caribou.
A little woman named Guk is the one responsible for breathing life into the world in this story. Her breath is the key to the animals' creation, and she takes her job seriously, noting how the different parts of the animals might be better served on the opposite creature.
For those who enjoy tales of creation and innovation, 'The Walrus and the Caribou' is the book for you.
Beth Rodgers, Author of 'Welcome to Chanu-Con!,' a Children's Picture Book, and Freshman Fourteen' and 'Sweet Fifteen,' Young Adult Novels
*Review originally posted at YABooksCentral.com*
A little woman named Guk is the one responsible for breathing life into the world in this story. Her breath is the key to the animals' creation, and she takes her job seriously, noting how the different parts of the animals might be better served on the opposite creature.
For those who enjoy tales of creation and innovation, 'The Walrus and the Caribou' is the book for you.
Beth Rodgers, Author of 'Welcome to Chanu-Con!,' a Children's Picture Book, and Freshman Fourteen' and 'Sweet Fifteen,' Young Adult Novels
*Review originally posted at YABooksCentral.com*
What I love about folk tales of the Inuit is that they are so much fun. In this story, an old woman, Guk, decides to create a caribou and a walrus from her parka and her pants, but they weren't perfect, so she has to augment her design, because the hunters complained.
Once she fixed those two animals, everything was fine again.
I love that the animals were not perfect when they were first created, and Guk took input from the hunters about what was wrong.
A cute story to teach about folk tales, but also to talk about creating anything that has to be edited.
Thanks to Edelweiss for making this book available for an honest review.
Once she fixed those two animals, everything was fine again.
I love that the animals were not perfect when they were first created, and Guk took input from the hunters about what was wrong.
A cute story to teach about folk tales, but also to talk about creating anything that has to be edited.
Thanks to Edelweiss for making this book available for an honest review.
Note: I accessed a digital review copy of this book through Edelweiss.
This is a super cute and fun adaptation of an Inuit origin story for the titular animals. It has a solid sense of humour and a cute illustration style. Recommended!
In this traditional Inuit story, an old woman begins to create some animals when the world is first being formed. She makes a walrus with antlers, and a caribou with tusks, but these cause too many problems. The walrus' antlers overturn all the kayaks in the water. The caribou use their tusks as weapons against the hunters. How can the woman correct her creations?
I loved this funny story! The silly illustrations really make it hilarious and fun. The poor woman is so frustrated with her unruly creatures, but she is determined to do whatever it takes to make them behave.
I loved the cartoony artwork. The caribou and walrus have such silly expressions! The art really tells the story in an engaging way.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
I loved this funny story! The silly illustrations really make it hilarious and fun. The poor woman is so frustrated with her unruly creatures, but she is determined to do whatever it takes to make them behave.
I loved the cartoony artwork. The caribou and walrus have such silly expressions! The art really tells the story in an engaging way.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No