Great as a high school read to inform about child labour and the chocolate industry as a culprit in using kids to harvest cacao pods. All the characters are interesting especially the older brother, Amadou who remains himself in this harsh culture.

A great way to explain emotions in the elementary grades. Also as a writing and art model

Social studies curriculum connections. Also science subject public health.

Local Calgary Author. Grade 8 curriculum link.

Residential Schools. Great characters. All the flaws. High school reading.

Great read aloud for grade 4 or 5. Boy and fox stories. Lots of discussion topics.

Importance of one's name and identity go hand-in-hand for this young boy who has been named after his father. He loves his dad but wants his own name and is unsure how to deal with possibly hurting his father's feelings.