Christmas at Wapos Bay - Coteau Books

Chapter Five: More Tracks
(Pages 41–49)
Summary
Uncle Peter, Auntie Anne, and Raven head back to Mushom’s cabin and see that the rest of the
family has arrived. Sarah and Alphonse are Raven and Talon’s parents; Jacob is Mushom’s son and
T-Bear’s father, and Kokum Rosalie is Mushom’s wife and the mother of Sarah and Jacob. It
becomes clear that Jacob does not agree with the traditional way of life. He and Uncle Peter especially
disagree on this. Meanwhile, back in the bush, Mushom,T-Bear, and Talon discover moose
tracks. As it is getting late, Mushom says that they must go back to the cabin. Mushom also
observes clouds on the horizon.
Preparing to Read
Have the students discuss a special tradition in their family and ask this question: Is it important
for families to have regular reunions and gatherings Explain why or why not.
After Reading
Readers’ Response Journals
What does Jacob,T-Bear’s father, think about living on the trapline Why do you
think he feels this way Do you agree with him Why or why not
Describe Kokum Rosalie’s feelings about the city. Is there some truth to what she
thinks Explain your thinking.
What does T-Bear think about the deer What does Mushom teach T-Bear about
his kind of thinking and attitude
What does Talon do at the end of the chapter Why would he do this
Extending the Reading
Character Development.
• Add the new characters to the chart with a comment on each character
supported by evidence in the story.
Research.
• Continue to work on research projects.
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16 Christmas at
WAPOS BAY