Illustrated by Vladyana Kryorka Note: This is a children's title. Recommended Reading Level: Ages 5-10. Colorful pictures of a cultural heritage tell a compelling story that teaches the reader that "a promise is a promise." When Allashua disobeys her parents and goes fishing on the sea ice, she has to use her wits to escape the Qallupilluit, mythical troll-like creatures that seize children who are out on the ocean ice without their parents. With the threat of the Qallupilluit, children learn not to disobey their parents, always to keep a promise, and where applicable, to avoid going onto the ice alone. It is a clever story that gives insight into one small part of Inuit mythology. |
