Middle School Book Club - The Star That Always Stays
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Growing up on Beaver Island, Grand-père told Norvia stories about her ancestor Migizi, about Biboonke-o-nini the Wintermaker, about the Crane Clan and the Reindeer Clan. She sang her songs in the old language, On the island, Norvia was proud of her Ojibwe heritage. Things are different in the city. Here, Norvia’s mother forces her to pretend she’s not Native at all. Despite the move, the upheaval, and the looming threat of world war, Norvia and her siblings are determined to make 1914 their best year ever. But how can she have the best year ever if she has to hide who she truly is? For ages 11 - 14.
