The Spirit of the Sea

This beautifully illustrated picture book tells the story of the spirit of the sea, often known as Nuliajuq, Sedna, Takannaaluk, and many other Inuktitut names.

Once a young woman who refused to marry, the lies and deception of a traitorous bird—and her own father’s cowardice—lead Nuliajuq to a life of solitude at the bottom of the ocean as the powerful, and at times vengeful, spirit of the sea.

Written by Rebecca Hainnu | Illustrated by Hwei Lim

Paperback (English) | ISBN: 978-1-77227-521-6 | $14.95 | 8.5″ x 8.5″ | 32 pages | Full-colour illustrations throughout | Ages 5-7 | F&P Level Q |

Hardcover (English) | ISBN: 978-1-927095-75-1 | $16.95 | 8.5″ x 8.5″ | 32 pages | Full-colour illustrations throughout | Ages 5-7 | F&P Level Q |

Paperback (Inuktitut) | ISBN: 978-1-927095-96-6 | $10.95 | 8.5″ x 8.5″ | 32 pages | Full-colour illustrations throughout | Ages 5-7 | F&P Level Q |

EPUB (Inuktitut) | ISBN: 978-1-77227-175-1 | $9.99 | 32 pages | Full-colour illustrations throughout | Ages 5-7 | F&P Level Q |

Audiobook (Inuktitut) | ISBN: 978-1-77227-410-3 | $16.99 | Ages 5-7 | F&P Level Q |

Praise

“A popular Inuit cautionary legend, featuring a haughty young woman and a gruesome climactic twist.”—Kirkus

“The text, which is appropriate for upper elementary readers and above, is meant to be read aloud and generally has the sound of a traditional storyteller’s voice. The watercolours by Hwei Lim are beautiful and ethereal. The Spirit of the Sea is highly recommended for elementary school libraries, public libraries and libraries specializing in Canadian Indigenous materials.”—Deakin Review

“The Spirit of the Sea would be great for reading aloud, independent reading and comparing to other indigenous legends.”—Canadian Teacher