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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017
How Nivi Got Her Names
By Laura Deal, Charlene Chua (Illustrator)
A young girl uncovers the mystery behind her unique names and their cultural significance.
3.5/5 Goodreads · 41 ratings
34 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Curious about her unique names, Nivi asks her mom for their origins. Her journey reveals the rich tapestry of traditional Inuit naming practices and the stories of those she is named after. As Nivi learns about her heritage, she gains insight into Inuit customs and the deep connections they foster. What secrets will her names unveil, and how will they shape her understanding of identity and belonging?
From the publisher
Nivi has always known that her names were special, but she does not know where they came from. So, one sunny afternoon, Nivi decides to ask her mom how she got her names. The stories of the people Nivi is named after lead her to an understanding of traditional Inuit naming practices and knowledge of what those practices mean to Inuit. How Nivi Got Her Names is an easy-to-understand introduction to traditional Inuit naming, with a story that touches on Inuit custom adoption.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 34
- Reading age
- 5–7
- Audience
- Picture
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- January 31, 2017
- Publisher
- Inhabit Media
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781772271379
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