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Goodbye Buffalo Bay
$19.99
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Paperback
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous Canadian; First Nations; Cree (Nehiyawak);
Status: Available
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Synopsis:
A true story of life in a residential school and of moving on. Written by Award-Winning Cree author Larry Loyie with Constance Brissenden.
Goodbye Buffalo Bay is set during the author's teenage years. In his last year in residential school, Lawrence learns the power of courage to stand up for his beliefs. When he returns home he feels like a stranger to his family. The traditional First Nations life he once knew has changed. With Grandfather's guidance he finds his way. A book of self-discovery and the importance of friendship.
Educator & Series Information
This book is part of The Lawrence Series.
Recommended for grades 4 to 9.
Additional Information
142 Pages | Paperback
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