Some bloggers have Wordless Wednesdays. I've been toying with the idea of Foto Fridays as a similar tradition.
Waddaya think?
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Interested in Inuit culture? Check out these films...
The Fast Runner is an excellent representation of ancient Inuit culture. The R-rating is for nudity, violence, and some language. Subtitles are utilized throughout. I do not recommend this film for children, but it's an extremely accurate portrayal of the culture. It was introduced to me by an Inupiat woman who raved about it. And I agree!
For a preview, click here.
For a preview, click here.
The Snow Walker is another excellent representation of Inuit culture circa 1940's. This film is rated PG, I'm guessing for language. No subtitles that I remember. It starts a little slow, but gets much better. It will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for the survival skills of this culture.
For a preview, click here.
For a preview, click here.
Great For Kids!
Whale Snow by Debby Dahl Edwardson is a warm and culturally sensitive story centered on the Inupiat subsistence tradition of whaling. It is available in both English and Inupiaq translation. The illustrations, by Annie Patterson are exquisite and add to the quiet softness that the story inspires.
To order this title on Amazon.com, click here.
To order this title on Amazon.com, click here.
The Alaska Geographic series is an excellent informational resource. The edition entitled North Slope Now deals exclusively with this area and even features relatives of my students. Although it was published in 1989, it is still current enough to provide a general understanding of culture, lifestyle, and issues faced by this northern-most region.
To order this title from Alaska Geographic, click here.
To order this title from Alaska Geographic, click here.
10 comments:
THAT is one cute kid!
Yes, I'd love to join you in that! Right now I'm having problems with my ISP, so I'm using a laptop and a different modem - but as soon as I'm back with my own gear, I'll join you!
What a cute girl and what a windy day it was when you took the picture!
Great Idea! I will join you next Friday! Jay
I think that is one Fabulous Foto - a smilemaker indeed! Thanks for sharing it. marge
FC...
I totally agree! She is a real beauty and quite a handful too. LOL!
Allmycke...
Sounds like a plan! And, yes, it was the day after that blizzard (that I haven't yet written about) and the wind was still blowing pretty strong.
Jay...
Great! I'll be checking YOUR blog!
Marge...
Thank you very much! A far cry from Floridian attire, huh? :)
That is super cute!
LOVE them - both the idea AND this particular picture. I would join you, but my strength is DEFINITELY not photography! I will leave that to those of you who are good at it! Looking forward to more. What a doll she is, and the colors/outfit are fantastic. What a great eye you have.
AWWWW. What a cutie!
Kristina...
Hey! Great to hear from you! And thanks for the kind comment. :)
Laurie...
Wow! Thank yo so much for all those encouraging words. And, yes, she is a beauty. This is her first year in school (she's three) and she is really beginning to communicate more now. It's fun to watch. I believe that her aaka (grandmother) made that parka and the mittens. They are very pretty and they look cool in black and white as well. :)
Anonymous...
Yes she is. And quite the live wire as well.
She's so cute! Her smile makes me smile LOL
I love the idea of a Foto Friday!
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