Fishing with Grandma

By Susan Avingaq, Maren Vsetula, Charlene Chua (Illustrator)

A lake trip turns into a lesson in ice fishing and self-reliance.

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29 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Join a grandmother and her grandchildren on a captivating ice fishing adventure. As they journey to the lake, Grandma imparts essential skills, from crafting an Inuit jigging rod to drilling ice holes. The day unfolds with excitement and learning, culminating in a delicious Arctic char meal. Will the kids master the art of fishing and gain the confidence to venture out on their own? Discover the joys and challenges of this unique experience, where tradition meets adventure on the frozen lake.

From the publisher

Adventure begins when Grandma takes her two grandchildren out for a trip to the lake. After showing the kids how to prepare for a fishing trip, Grandma and the kids enjoy a day of jigging in the ice for fish. Grandma shows them everything they need to know to complete a successful fishing trip, from what clothes to wear, to how to drill and clear holes in the ice, to how to make a traditional Inuit jigging rod. By the end of the day, the kids have a yummy meal of Arctic char, and they have also learned everything they need to know to go out on the lake on their own.

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