Red Parka Mary

Publisher's description (Pemmican Publications, 2015): A heart‐warming story of how a young boy learns to look beyond outward appearances and discover the kindness and love of Mary, his elderly neighbour. As they get to know each other, Mary teaches the boy many things. At Christmas the boy presents Mary with a gift of a warm red parka and Mary gives the boy the biggest and best gift of all‐ the gift of her love. Colourful, life‐like illustrations help tell this gentle yet powerful story.

Resource format: Picturebook

Age recommendation: grades 1-4

Keywords: Elders, community, land-based learning, oral tradition, gift-giving, generosity, family, respect

Year of publication: 2015

Publisher information: Pemmican Publications