Kumak's River: A Tall Tale from the Far North -- Bania, Hardcover

Micheal Bania creates another tall tale from the far north with her lovable character Kumak (KOO muk) who respects his elders, loves his family, and takes us on his adventures that depict the people, their customs, and their lifestyle, as well as the forces of nature in the Arctic.

Author: Bania
Publisher: Alaska Northwest Books
Published: 09/15/2012
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 8.40h x 10.30w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780882408866
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 154907 / Kumak's River: A Tall Tale from the Far North


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2012
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2012
School Library Journal 01/01/2013 pg. 75
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2013 pg. 81
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2013 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author

For almost twenty years, Michael Bania lived above the Arctic Circle. While residing in various Inupiat villages, she actively participated in the local culture and developed an understanding and respect for a distinct way of life. Here she met her husband, raised a family, and taught the children who would become the inspiration for Kumak and his tall tales from the far north. Art and illustration is a big part of Michael's life. She wrote and illustrated her first children's book at age six. Today she maintains her studio in Southeast Alaska.