Afloat
Afloat by Kirli Saunders is a picture book published by Levine Querido in 2025, featuring 32 pages in English. This work presents a narrative set against the backdrop of a changing environment, where an Elder guides a child along waterways, sharing Indigenous knowledge and fostering community connections. The story intertwines themes of climate crisis and the importance of multigenerational wisdom, highlighting the significance of family and relationships.
Readers will find that Afloat employs the metaphor of weaving to illustrate the honoring and teaching of First Nations wisdom. The book emphasizes the collective effort required to navigate challenges and create a hopeful future. With its focus on environmental themes and community, this picture book serves as an engaging exploration of the interconnectedness of people and nature, making it a relevant addition to discussions about the environment and cultural heritage.
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A powerful picture book story for our time of climate crisis interwoven with Indigenous wisdom.
From multi-award-winning Gunai author Kirli Saunders and Kate Greenaway Medal-winner Freya Blackwood comes Afloat. Against a backdrop of a changed environment, an Elder leads a child along the waterways, sharing her People’s knowledge and gathering community along the way. This uplifting and inspiring picture book uses the practice of weaving as a powerful metaphor for the honoring and teaching of First Nations wisdom, and the coming together of all people to survive, thrive, and create a more hopeful future.
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