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The corn chief / author, Karen Whetung ; photography, Lindsay Delaronde.
When the old chief is set to step down, Linny learns what it really means to become the chief of his people.
Record details
- ISBN: 1989122906
- ISBN: 9781989122907
- Physical Description: 27 pages : colour illustrations ; 20 x 23 cm.
- Publisher: [Victoria, British Columbia] : Teddy Anderson, 2022.
Content descriptions
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 16.99 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Cornhusk craft > Juvenile fiction. Elders (Native peoples) > Canada > Juvenile fiction. First Nations elders > Canada > Juvenile fiction. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | RHY JP Whetu | 31681020185062 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Perseus Publishing
A story of hard work, perseverance, developing leadership skills, and reaching your goals!
With the wizened old chief set to step down, young Linny dreams of being chosen as his replacement. As she struggles to pass his test, Linny learns with the help of her family what it really takes to become chief... in the most unexpected way.
This story is told with the help of traditional corn husk dolls. Corn dolls protect the home, livestock, and personal wellness of the maker and their family. Corn husk dolls have been made in some Indigenous cultures since the beginning of corn agriculture more than one thousand years ago, and continue to be made today.Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed to sharing diverse voices and perspectives, creating a platform for stories that celebrate Indigenous cultures and inspire understanding and respect among readers of all ages.
