From the Publisher
"A straightforward yet exciting story, and an ideal tale for fans of adventure.”—School Library Journal
"This beautifully designed, highly engaging graphic novel should engross both reluctant readers and those seeking adventure."—Quill & Quire
"This graphic novel is gripping, and I was drawn in almost immediately...This book speaks to not only the importance of self-sufficiency, but also traditional lifestyle knowledge; something that was often stamped out by colonizers with residential schooling and legislation pointedly destroying cultural knowledge."—The Tiny Activists
"The engaging design, and a well-told survival story are sure to garner attention with readers who enjoy true tales of adventure and survival."—Sal's Fiction Addiction
School Library Journal
06/26/2020
Gr 4–8—Ittusardjuat offers a true account of a snowmobile commute gone wrong. As he heads back home from a fishing camp on the Arctic ice, his vehicle sputters off the main trail. Trying to stay warm and hydrated over the course of four freezing nights without shelter, he draws upon decades of Inuit community knowledge lying dormant in his memory. A particularly impressive moment comes when he uses gasoline to melt ice into water to make it suitable for drinking (consuming ice can cause frostbite). The stakes are personal, making the action all the more intense—anyone could find themselves in a similar situation. The emphasis on using shared knowledge captures the mission of the book's publisher, Inhabit Media, which produces children's books reflecting Inuit culture and traditional knowledge. The simple and undramatic illustrations work wonders. Though art and text are matter-of-fact, the narrative is compelling; in a swift 48 pages, we're taken on the ride of a lifetime. VERDICT A straightforward yet exciting story, and an ideal tale for fans of adventure. Consider reading alongside Jack London's "To Build a Fire."—Emilia Packard, Austin, TX
