On the Trapline

A boy travels north with his grandfather, Moshom, to see the trapline where Moshom grew up, asking again and again, "Is this your trapline?" as he imagines the life his grandfather once lived there.

For the kid who loves hearing grandpa's old stories and asking a hundred questions along the way, this is a quiet trip worth taking.

• Big idea: The land itself can hold memory and family history — and visiting it is one way of passing that history on.
• Vibes: Gentle, reflective, and tender, with the rhythm of a real journey shared between generations.

• enjoy stories about grandparents and family history
• like to ask the same question again and again until they understand
• are curious about how life used to be for the people before them
• respond well to quiet, reflective books rather than fast-paced ones

• Story recall: Why does the boy keep asking Moshom, "Is this your trapline?"
• Imagination: What did you picture when the boy imagined what Moshom's life was like long ago?
• Real-life connection: Is there a place that's special to someone in your family, like the trapline is to Moshom?
• Feelings & empathy: How do you think Moshom felt showing the boy the place where he grew up?
• Family & tradition: What stories do the grown-ups in your family like to tell about where they grew up?