Authentic Cree storytelling: Offers a genuine voice and perspective from a Cree grandmother
Question-and-answer format: Encourages open dialogue and understanding between generations
Collage artwork by Julie Flett: Engages readers with vibrant, visually compelling illustrations
Focus on family and resilience: Highlights the strength of family bonds and cultural identity
Recommended for primary and junior levels: Suitable for diverse classroom and home reading experiences
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When We Were Alone is the December 2016 picture book release from author David A. Robertson and illustrator Julie Flett through Highwater Press. This 24-page picture book combines the unique storytelling techniques of David Robertson with the compelling collage artwork of Julie Flett into a touching account of a Cree child helping her Kok
