A young Inuit girl goes to the shore with her grandmother to collect clams for supper. Along the way she discovers tidal pools brimming with life. Before the tide comes in, Alego and her grandmother return home with their catch. Includes an illustrated glossary of sea creatures.
General Note: Canada Council Governor General's Literary Awards.Parallel text in Inuktitut syllabics and English. Glossary in Inuktitut syllabics, romanized Inuktitut, and English.Maps on cover linings.
Awards Note:
Canada Council Governor General's Literary Awards.