PreviewsMaya McKibbin
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Little Shoes
David A. Robertson, Maya McKibbin (Illustrator)
In this beautifully told picture book, sensitive young James goes with his k¯okom on a march to honour residential school children who didn’t come home, which ends in front of a memorial with a pile of teddy bears, flowers, tobacco ties, and little shoes. That night when he can’t sleep, he finds comfort in cuddles and conversation with his mother.
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The Song That Called Them Home
David A. Robertson, Maya McKibbin (Illustrator)
Inspired by traditional stories, this fantastical adventure tells how Lauren loses her little brother James to the Memekwesewak, creatures who live in water and like to play tricks on humans while they are out canoeing. Lauren must be brave to follow them through a portal and bring James home.
