When We Were Alone
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
No. of pages 32
Published: 2016
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"When We Were Alone" by David Alexander Robertson tells the poignant story of a young Indigenous girl who, while spending time with her grandmother, learns about the injustices faced by her people. Through a series of heartfelt conversations, the grandmother shares her experiences growing up in a residential school and the impact it had on her culture and identity. The narrative highlights themes of resilience, memory, and the importance of understanding one's history. By the end, the young girl recognizes the strength and beauty of her heritage, reinforcing the bond between generations and the importance of cultural preservation. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-2nd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Portage & Main Press .