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As long as the rivers flow : a last summer before residential school
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As long as the rivers flow : a last summer before residential school
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia

2002
Book > Children's Book, Memoir
Related School
St. Bernard's (AB)
Creators
Larry Loyie
Contributors
Constance Brissenden; Holmlund, Heather D.
Description
"As Long as the Rivers Flow is the story of Larry Loyie's last summer before entering residential school. It is a time of learning and adventure. He cares for an abandoned baby owl and watches his grandmother make winter moccasins. He helps the family prepare for a hunting and gathering trip"--publisher.

Themes

People > Family (themes)

Subjects

Loyie, Oskiniko Larry, 1933-

More Information

Holding Library
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia
ISBN
0888994737
Statement of Responsibility
by Larry Loyie with Constance Brissenden ; illustrated by Heather D. Holmlund.
Publication Information
Toronto : Groundwood Books
Physical Description
[39] p. : col. ill., ports. ; 27 cm
Notes
Author is recipient of the 2001 Canada Post Literacy Award for Individual Achievement (British Columbia); winner of the 2003 Norma Fleck Award for Children's Non-fiction.
First Nations author.
Electronic Location and Access
Also available online (authentication may be required)
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This book is a appropriate for elementary school studentsNaomi Lloyd, 5/8/2020
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