
When I Was Eight
By: Christy Jordan-Fenton, Margaret Pokiak-Fenton, Gabrielle Grimard (Illustrator)
Paperback | 1 February 2013
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A searing account of assimilation policies and a celebration of the human spirit In this picture-book memoir, an Inuit recollects how she begged her father to attend the church-run Indian residential school so she could fulfill her cherished dream to learn to read... What she discovers is the school is draconian... Olemaun describes how a nun cuts her braid, changes her name, and assigns an endless list of chores... Even as she labors, Olemaun finds strength in memories of her father's love and uses every opportunity to study the alphabet and sound out words. Effective shadow-ridden illustrations capture the pervasive atmosphere of abuse, but the final picture speaks volumes about Olemaun's determination and triumph: her face appears as large and shining as the sun emerging from darkness, because she has taught herself to read... A searing account of assimilation policies and a celebration of the human spirit.--Jeanne McDermott"Booklist" (04/30/2013)
Olemaun is a great character and an excellent example for young readers to follow.--Shelbey Krahn"Canadian Materials" (06/21/2013)
The words and the art in When I Was Eight convey a frightful but honest story about perseverance... Look for it. Order it. Share it.--Debbie Reese"American Indians in Children's Literature" (02/21/2013)
This condensed, illustrated version of Fatty Legs brings the power of literacy to even younger children... The beautiful, expressive watercolor illustrations depict Margaret's journey to the misery of residential school to her success.--Lisa Crandall"School Library Journal" (05/01/2013)
When I was Eight is a powerful story based on the true story of Margaret Pokiak-Fenton... It is a story of a young Inuit girl who goes to a residential school and suffers terrible abuse from the nuns at the school... Through all these trials, she perseveres in trying to learn to read. One day in class she is finally able to stand up to the teacher and show her own strength by reading aloud. It is a moment of victory! Although this story may be intended for younger students who are studying the Inuit, it could also be used in upper grades when discussing social justice issues. The story ties in with anti-bullying themes as well... Highly recommended.--Lori Austin"Resource Links, Vol. 18, No. 5" (05/31/2013)
ISBN: 9781554514908
ISBN-10: 1554514908
Published: 1st February 2013
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 32
Audience: Children
For Ages: 6+ years old
For Grades: 1 - 2
Publisher: Annick Press
Country of Publication: US
Dimensions (cm): 22.8 x 22.8 x 0.4
Weight (kg): 0.13
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