Tapwe and the Magic Hat

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From beloved Indigenous icon Buffy Sainte-Marie comes a chapter book inspired by oral history and tradition. On a prairie reserve, Tâpwê receives a mysterious gift from Kokum-and soon finds himself on an unforgettable adventure. Tâpwê can't wait to spend a week with his cousins on the other side of the Cree reserve-especially since Kokum, his grandma, has given him the most amazing gift: a Magic Hat with bluebirds and grass snakes that come to life! Tâpwê is so excited that he soon forgets Kokum's advice: Watch out for tricksters!Tâpwê's adventure is everything he imagined. He meets his cousins, takes part in a powwow, and sleeps in a tipi. But soon he's reminded of Kokum's words. Is his new friend Wâpos leading him astray with mischief?Tâpwê and the Magic Hat draws on a rich Indigenous tradition of storytelling and features:A memorable cast of characters from both imagination and legend. A glossary and pronunciation guide of Cree words used in the book. A note to parents and teachers from Buffy Sainte-Marie about trickster stories. An important message for young readers about being yourself, and learning to dance to the beat of your own heart.