Description
Written by Wilfred Burton. Michif translation by Michif speaker and storytellers Irma Klyne and Larry Fayant. Illustrated by Christina Johns. Wilfred Burton, a proud Michif, grew up in the Midnight Lake area of Saskatchewan. He was an elementary teacher, university instructor and literacy coordinator for over 30 years. He is currently retired in Saskatoon and spends his time with his two cats, Leo and Baptiste. He enjoys writing, reading, gardening, beading, rug hooking, and doing volunteer work in the community. He is a published author of several Métis-specific picture books. His love of storytelling, fiddle music, and dance was a gift from his mother, Georgina Nolin—a gift he loves to share with others through presentations and writing.
In Road Allowance Kitten: Full Circle, Madeline, Rosie, and their cat, Kitten continue to share adventures. This time with a visit to a circus. However, Madeline is unexpectedly diagnosed with tuberculosis and is sent to a sanitarium to recover; sadly, a common experience for Indigenous Peoples in the early twentieth century. While healing there, Madeline resumes her friendship with Rosie and Kitten, albeit from a distance, and the trio demonstrates the enduring strength of true friendship and the importance of hope when faced with adversity. The family finds itself full circle, back on a road allowance in the valley so they can be closer to Madeline. Richly steeped in Michif culture and vividly illustrated by Christina Johns, this uplifting story leaves young readers with a strong impression of Métis resilience and pride. Road Allowance Kitten: Full Circle is a welcome addition to Wilfred Burton’s acclaimed historical fiction series, which includes Road Allowance Kitten and Road Allowance Kitten: Broken Promises.