Short-listed for the Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Awards!
When Elisapee's father brings home a baby seagull, Elisapee falls in love with the bird right away. She feeds and cares for her new friend, named Nau, and even helps Nau learn how to fly!
Nau grows, and grows, and grows some more, until she's big enough to fly all over town and play with the other seagulls. Soon, it seems like Nau is ready to leave home for good, and Elisapee has to learn how to say goodbye.
Based on the author's childhood experience, this charming story about learning to care for animals will delight young readers.
"The lively illustrations capture the emotion of the story and offer a glimpse into childhood in Nunavut." - Hakai Magazine
". . . [A] worthy addition to picture book collections in schools and public libraries." - CM Magazine "Charming, sweet, and beautifully illustrated . . ." "The lively illustrations capture the emotion of the story and offer a glimpse into childhood in Nunavut." ". . . [A] heartwarming tale of friendship filled with arctic charm and culture." "Only in the Arctic, a world of sculpins and krill, tundra and brilliant northern lights, could the story of Elisapee and Her Baby Seagull be as real as it is." ". . . [A] nice introduction for children to learn of different places and customs. It could also be a nice read for children having a pet for the first time." ". . . [A] worthy addition to picture book collections in schools and public libraries." When Elisapee's father brings home a baby seagull, Nau, Elisapee falls in love with the bird right away. Soon, it seems like Nau is ready to leave home for good, and Elisapee has to learn how to say goodbye.
