Follow along as award-winning author Hetxw'ms Gyetxw (Brett D. Huson) introduces young readers to a pack of grey wolves. New pups have just begun to open their eyes, one of which is a striking black female. Every day, her ears grow larger, her eyesight gets sharper, and her legs stretch farther. As she learns to hunt, play, and run with her pack, instinct pulls her to explore beyond her home territory. Will the young wolf's bold spirit help her find a new pack of her very own?

Learn about the life cycle of these magnificent canines, the traditions of the Gitxsan, and how grey wolves contribute to the health of their entire ecosystem.

Explore the life cycle of a grey wolf in this engaging look at how an ecosystem's animals, people, and seasons are intertwined.

About the Author
Hetxw'ms Gyetxw, also known as Brett D. Huson (he/him/his), is from the Gitxsan Nation of the Northwest Interior of British Columbia, Canada. Growing up in this strong matrilineal society, Brett developed a passion for the culture, land, and politics of his people, and a desire to share their knowledge and stories. Brett has worked in the film and television industry for over 13 years and is a volunteer board member for organizations such as Ka Ni Kanichihk and sakihiwe festival. Brett also works with the Prairie Climate Centre to connect western science and Indigenous Knowledges. The award-winning Mothers of Xsan series is Brett's first series of books and part of a larger vision to share the worlds of the Gitxsan Nation. With the support of his wife, Jeri, and their children, Warren and Ruby, Brett endeavours to continue sharing stories with his writing, artwork, and photography. Natasha Donovan (she/her/hers) is a Metis illustrator originally from Vancouver, British Columbia. Her sequential work has been published in This Place: 150 Years Retold, Wonderful Women of History, and Thomas King's graphic novel Borders. She is the illustrator of the award-winning Surviving the City graphic novel series and Mothers of Xsan children's book series, as well as Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer. She currently lives by the Nooksack River in Washington State. @natashamdonovan

Reviews

With numerous teachings offered throughout its beautiful pages, The Wolf Mother provides many lovely lessons for young readers.

* Quill & Quire *

Among CBC Books 35 Canadian Middle-Grade Books to Watch for in Fall 2021

* CBC Books *

Among The Globe and Mail's Kids' Books Gift Guide

* The Globe and Mail *

Among Loan Stars Jr. Top 10 picks

* Loan Stars Jr. *

A vibrant animal book, this gently and generously shares something of Gitxsan culture.

* Toronto Star *

With numerous teachings offered throughout its beautiful pages, The Wolf Mother is an engaging read, providing important lessons for all children.

* Canadian Children's Book News *


Awards
Winner of Science Writers and Communicators of Canada's Paradigm Prize 2022 (Canada). Short-listed for Manuela Dias Book Design and Illustration Awards, Children's Illustration 2022 (Canada) and Red Cedar Book Awards 2022 (Canada) and Rocky Mountain Book Award 2023 (Canada) and Science Writers and Communicators of Canada Book Awards, Child and Youth 2022 (Canada). Long-listed for First Nations Communities READ 2022 (Canada).



Book Information
ISBN 9781553799788
Author Hetxw'ms Gyetxw Brett D. Huson
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint HighWater Press
Publisher Portage & Main Press
Weight(grams) 262g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 165mm * 8mm