When the Spirits Dance

by Larry Loyie and Constance Brissenden

When Lawrence's father goes overseas with the Canadian Army during the Second World War, the young Cree boy struggles to grow up while wrestling with the meaning of war. With Papa gone, Mama raises the children alone. Traditional foods such as wild meat and fish are scarce, and many other foods are rationed.

Angry about the changes and confused about the future, Lawrence misses his father and his teachings about their natural way of life. When...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 192688602X
• ISBN13: 9781926886022
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Theytus Books
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.2" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7