Andrea Fritz

A wood duck (Qwiwilh) returns to a favorite tree year after year, but when he plays a game with a crow (Q'uleeq'e'), they climb too high and the tree breaks, leaving only a stump. Crow feels bad, and consults a wise old squirrel (Tth'upsiathun'), who gives him an acorn to plant. When wood duck returns next spring, an oak sapling is in the place of his old favorite tree, and he is happy to have a new tree and a new friend.

Back matter includes "Appreciating Coast Salish Art" and "Avoiding Cultural Appropriation"; there is a pronunciation guide on the inside front cover.… (más)

Thuqi' (sockeye salmon) needs to spawn, but she doesn't know the way to the river from the sea. She asks Tumus (otter) for help, but he doesn't know. But when Tumus becomes lost, Thuqi' helps him find his way home; then, he remembers a bit of advice that sets Thuqi' on the right path.

Distinct, stylized art and a fresh story. The front endpaper offers a pronunciation guide and glossary for the Hul'q'umi'num' words, but also the message that "proper pronunciation is not important for enjoying and learning from the story!"

Will be on the lookout for the next three books in Coast Salish Tales series.… (más)