Otter Doesn’t Know
“Otter Doesn’t Know” by Andrea Fritz, published by Orca Book Publishers in September 2023, is a 32-page children’s book that explores themes of self-esteem and the importance of asking for help. The story features Thuqi’, a sockeye salmon, who is lost in the Salish Sea and unsure of how to reach her spawning destination. When she encounters Tumus, a sea otter, she learns that it’s acceptable to admit when you don’t know something, fostering a sense of community and support.
In this narrative set within Coast Salish Traditional Territory, Andrea Fritz employs Indigenous storytelling techniques to convey a meaningful lesson about friendship and assistance. As Thuqi’ and Tumus navigate their challenges, readers will discover the value of vulnerability and the strength found in collaboration. The book highlights elements of Indigenous culture and language, making it a rich addition to juvenile fiction that addresses social themes relevant to young audiences.
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Indigenous artist and storyteller Andrea Fritz tells a tale of a salmon and a sea otter who learn it’s ok to say “I don’t know” and to ask for help.
Thuqi’ the sockeye salmon knows it’s time to spawn, but she is lost in the Salish Sea and doesn’t know the way to Sta’lo’, the river. When she asks Tumus the sea otter for help, he doesn’t exactly know either, and he dismisses her questions. But when Tumus becomes lost in some weeds, Thuqi’ shows him that it’s okay not to know something–you can still find a way to help a friend in need.
In this original story set in Coast Salish Traditional Territory, author and artist Andrea Fritz uses Indigenous storytelling techniques and art to share the culture and language of the Hul’q’umi’num’-speaking Peoples.
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