Emily Jackson
Emily Jackson is a teacher and educational consultant. She spent three fantastic years teaching in Nunavut and continues to visit often. She likes reading, being outside, and finding quiet places to explore.
Kids Books (5)
Synopsis:
Itani is excited to go to camp for the summer! He has had a challenging school year, especially in math. His friends seem to understand things really quickly, but he has a hard time with it. He is looking forward to having fun at camp and not thinking about math! But when he gets to camp, he finds that new challenges keep coming up. See how his councellors and friends help him learn strategies to deal with these challenges and build self-confidence.
Educator & Series Information
Recommended for ages 8 to 10.
This book is part of the Nunavummi Reading Series, a Nunavut-developed series that supports literacy learning while teaching readers about the people, traditions, and environment of the Canadian Arctic. It is a Level 15 book in the series.
Nunavummi Reading Series books have also been officially levelled using the Fountas & Pinnell Text Level Gradient™ Levelling System. This book's F&P Level is P.
This book is part of the Nunavummi Social Emotional Learning Series. Books in this series feature thoughtful, engaging stories that teach school-aged children to identify and regulate their emotions in healthy ways.
Itani Finds His Way teaches children about identity and self-image, and finding confidence in what they do well rather than feeling shame for what they do differently from others.
Additional Information
34 pages | 9.00" x 6.00" | Black and white illustrations | Paperback
Synopsis:
Find out what Lena does on her busy day!
Follow Lena as she goes to school, plays with her friends, and spends time with her family. She learns important lessons about being responsible, honest, and respectful.
Educator & Series Information
This book is part of the Nunavummi Reading Series, a Nunavut-developed series that supports literacy learning while teaching readers about the people, traditions, and environment of the Canadian Arctic. It is a Level 12 book in the series.
Nunavummi Reading Series books have also been officially leveled using the Fountas & Pinnell Text Level Gradient™ Levelling System. F&P Level of this book: N.
Recommended for ages 7 to 9.
Additional Information
36 pages | 7.00" x 8.50" | Paperback
Synopsis:
There is a fashion show at Sapa and Martha's school! Sapa and Martha want to make something special to display at the show. Martha suggests they make an amaut, just like the one her biological mother, Paula, wore when Martha was a baby. As they work on the amaut, Sapa and Martha's friendship grows stronger as they learn more about each other and their families.
Educator & Series Information
This book is part of the Nunavummi Reading Series, a Nunavut-developed series that supports literacy learning while teaching readers about the people, traditions, and environment of the Canadian Arctic. It is a Level 13 book in the series.
Nunavummi Reading Series books have also been officially levelled using the Fountas & Pinnell Text Level Gradient™ Levelling System. This book's F&P Level is P.
Curriculum Connections: Diversity and Indigenous Perspectives
Recommended for ages 7 to 9.
Additional Information
40 pages | 8.00" x 8.00"
Synopsis:
Niaqualuk and Haugaaq live in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut. There is a big blizzard coming! Haugaaq wishes she could play outside more, but Niaqualuk is excited about playing inside. See what fun things the sisters do all day as the blizzard howls outside.
Educator & Series Information
Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
This book is part of the Community Storybooks series. These books tell fun and engaging stories that take place in different communities across Nunavut. Each book was written by an author from the community and has been carefully reviewed for authenticity.
Dual-language/Bilingual: Inuktitut and English
This book is available in Inuktitut and French here!
Additional Information
36 pages | 9.00" x 8.00" | Hardcover
Synopsis:
Niaqualuk and Haugaaq live in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut. There is a big blizzard coming! Haugaaq wishes she could play outside more, but Niaqualuk is excited about playing inside. See what fun things the sisters do all day as the blizzard howls outside.
Educator & Series Information
Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
This book is the French and Inuktitut version of The Big Blizzard.
Additional Information
9.00" x 8.00" | Paperback
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