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Storm at Batoche

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During a fierce prairie storm, James falls out of his family’s wagon and his calls for help are lost in the howl of the wind. After his parents vanish into the blizzard, a man on horseback appears and takes James to the safety and warmth of his small cabin. The man will only say that his name is Louis. While he prepares an evening meal of gallette, Louis promises to teach James how to make it in the morning. When he does, James declares his mother makes the same type of bread but she calls it “bannock,” not “gallette,” underscoring the differences and similarities between their cultures.

  • 32 pages
  • Ages: 5-7

9 in stock

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Through a fictional meeting between Louis Riel, a Métis leader, and a young boy, the story subtly underscores the shared humanity that binds us all, regardless of cultural or historical divides. The encounter serves as a potent reminder that our differences are often less significant than we perceive them to be, and that neglecting our common ground can lead to tragic consequences. \

To delve deeper into the real-world events that inspired this narrative, the Afterword provides essential historical context. Finally, the book offers a practical connection to the Métis culture with a simple recipe for gallette/bannock on the last page, inviting readers to engage with the story’s themes through a shared culinary tradition.

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Weight .152 kg
Dimensions 28.3 × 20.6 × 0.3 cm
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