Crow Helps a Friend

Written by Andrea Fritz

Part of the Coast Salish Tales series

A wood duck and crow's playful mistake leads to unexpected friendship and growth.

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32 pages· 670L

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Bookroo's summary

In the heart of Coast Salish Territory, a wood duck named Qwiwilh faces a dilemma when his nesting tree is destroyed during a playful adventure with Q'uleeq'e', a spirited crow. As they navigate the aftermath of their mishap, Q'uleeq'e' is determined to make amends, sparking an unexpected bond. Will their newfound friendship help them overcome the challenges ahead? This tale weaves Indigenous storytelling with themes of resilience and cultural richness, inviting readers into a world where mistakes become opportunities for growth.

From the publisher

Indigenous artist and storyteller Andrea Fritz tells the tale of a wood duck and a crow who turn a mistake into an opportunity for friendship and growth. Qwiwilh the wood duck is preparing to nest in his favorite tree when Q’uleeq’e’ the crow invites him to play in the tall branches. They jump higher and higher up the tree until they accidentally break the branches and come crashing down into the stream below. After a daring rescue, Qwiwilh sadly realizes his nesting spot is gone, and Q’uleeq’e’ decides to make things right for her new friend. In this original story set in Coast Salish Traditional Territory, author and artist Andrea Fritz uses Indigenous storytelling techniques and art to share the culture and language of the Hul’q’umi’num’-speaking Peoples. This is the second book in the Coast Salish Tales, following Otter Doesn’t Know.

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