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Edwardson, Debby D. Whale Snow.


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 1-57091-393-5. Watertown, MA: Charlesbridge, 2003. Unp. $15.95. Debby Edwardson gives a beautiful account of how the Inupiat people link their survival and spirituality to the bowhead whale bowhead whale: see right whale. . The story centers around a little boy, Amiqqaq, who thinks that he can see the "spirit" of a captured whale, and explores how Amiqqaq shares his vision with his family. The rich language and captivating cap·ti·vate  
tr.v. cap·ti·vat·ed, cap·ti·vat·ing, cap·ti·vates
1. To attract and hold by charm, beauty, or excellence. See Synonyms at charm.

2. Archaic To capture.
 watercolor illustrations create a warm tale that will be enjoyed by many. Ages 7 up. Marie Braxmeier, Sacred Heart School Sacred Heart School may refer to one of these schools: In the United States
  • Sacred Heart School (Anniston), in Anniston, Alabama
  • Sacred Heart School (Covina), in Covina, California
  • Sacred Heart School (Saratoga), in Saratoga, California
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Author:Braxmeier, Marie
Publication:Childhood Education
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Date:Mar 22, 2004
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