The Three Hunters
Raymond Gianfrancesco author Grade 4 Class of Leo Ussak School author Thamires Paredes illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Inhabit Media Inc
Published:15th Dec '22
Should be back in stock very soon
Written by a grade 4 class with their teacher, this re-imagining of the classic Three Little Pigs tale shows how hard work can pay off in the end!
Three brothers get caught in a blizzard but manage to stay safe through hard work.
Akagaq, the youngest brother of three, is confident but forgetful. When he gets caught in a blizzard he makes a tent, but it is no match for the powerful winds. Trapped in the cold, Akagaq is helped by his brother Tiriaq. Tiriaq digs into a snowdrift for shelter, but the wind is still too strong and blows out their lamp. Akkiutaq, the eldest brother, arrives to save them, and brings them to the iglu he has carefully built. The wind threatens to destroy the iglu as well, but the shelter proves strong, and the brothers are safe. The brothers learn an important lesson about paying attention to their Elders, and taking care in what they do.
"The story is charming and engaging, with a fresh and authentic feeling...An inspired retelling of a beloved tale."—Kirkus
"Reminiscent of the three little pigs, this story of three brothers attempting to survive a blizzard demonstrates the importance of preparation—and of heeding the wisdom of your elders."—Foreword Reviews
"The Three Hunters is another worthwhile addition to school and public library shelves and a useful curriculum adjunct to studies of the North."—CM: Canadian Review of Materials
The Three Hunters is a play on the early fairytale The Three Pigs, though rather than a big bad wolf, the wind wreaks havoc on the three hunters. Inuktitut phrases are entwined in the text, giving the story the appeal of authentic Indigenous voice. The message in the story, to pay attention to the Teachings of your Elders, does not go unnoticed as the eldest brother, Akkiutaq, rescues his younger brothers and brings them to the secure shelter of his igloo. Children will make connections to this story, which would be a great addition to any primary-level classroom library.
* Books BC - Indigenous Books for Schoo- Winner of Best Books for Kids and Teens 2023
ISBN: 9781772274288
Dimensions: 241mm x 216mm x 8mm
Weight: 160g
36 pages