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Tapwe and the Magic Hat
- Subject
- Readers - Chapter Books
- Age
- 6-8 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 152
- Publisher
- Greystone Kids
- Size
- 15.5 cm Ă 20.6 cm
- ISBN
- 9781771645461
From beloved Indigenous icon Buffy Sainte-Marie comes a chapter book inspired by oral histories and traditions. On a prairie reserve, TĂąpwĂȘ receives a mysterious gift from Kokhom (grandma)âand finds himself on an unforgettable adventure.
TĂąpwĂȘ canât wait to spend a week with his cousins on the other side of the Cree reserveâespecially since Kokhom, his grandma, has given him the most amazing gift: a Magic Hat with bluebirds and grass snakes that come to life! TĂąpwĂȘ is so excited that he soon forgets Kokhomâs advice: Watch out for tricksters!
TĂąpwĂȘâs adventure is everything he imagined. He meets his cousins, takes part in a powwow, and sleeps in a tipi. But soon heâs reminded of Kokhomâs words. Is his new friend WĂąpos leading him astray with mischief?
TĂąpwĂȘ and the Magic Hat draws on a rich Indigenous tradition of storytelling and features:
A memorable cast of characters from both imagination and legend. A glossary and pronunciation guide of Cree words used in the book. A note to parents and teachers from Buffy Sainte-Marie about trickster stories. An important message for young readers about being yourself, and learning to dance to the beat of your own heart.Features black and white illustrations throughout.
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What reviewers said
"Full of native songs, dances and magical creatures, this silly story is an immersion into a Cree folkloric world⊠Cree words are easily understood through context clues, and thereâs a glossary at the endâŠ..for readers who enjoy trickster tales, or for units on tricksters in different culturesâŠ.and larger collections looking to add more Native American fiction.â
"Endearing characters and cheerful illustrations bring this humorous, engaging story to life. A great read- aloud for both children and adults."
âBooklist Review
"Beautiful, poignant and poetic. This story will weave its way into the hearts and minds of readers for generations."
âOffer[s] much to admire and cherish, twining Indigenous beliefs and traditions with descriptions of reserve life as well as lessons around family and the natural world.â
âPublishers Weekly
"An adventure story that is both relatable and enlightening for young readers.Beautifully written with humor and energy, children will relate to the twists and turns along the way, all accompanied by beautiful black and white illustrations. The book includes a glossary and pronunciation guide of Cree words as well as a message to parents and teachers about trickster stories, making this an excellentâŠ
"Beautiful, poignant and poetic. This story will weave its way into the hearts and minds of readers for generations."
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