Description
Julie Flett is a Cree-Métis author, illustrator, and artist who has received numerous awards for her books, including two Governor General’s Awards, the American Indian Youth Literature Award, and the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award.
Margaux and her cat May became friends when Margaux was just six years old. They grew up together, sharing countless memories along the way.
One day, May the cat goes missing and Margaux can’t find her. Together, everyone searches for May the cat. Was she under the porch? Maybe on the roof? Where could she have gone?
Even Margaux’s nitôsis (auntie) helps search for May in the tall grass. But soon nitôsis needs to leave: she’s moving away to the big city, and has to pack her things into boxes. Margaux helps nitôsis, but she can’t take her mind off May. Will she ever return? nitôsis is worried, too. But little do they know, May has a surprise in store for both of them!
My Friend May features:
A glossary of Cree words used throughout the book
Backmatter content that includes a pronunciation guide
Based on true events, this fun and heartwarming story, accompanied by Julie Flett’s beloved art, invites readers to share their own cat stories and is a tribute to love and the balance between all beings, and the experiences and emotions that connect us all. Audience: Ages 4-8.