Ruby Sisson Library

Examines the lives and culture of Arctic peoples before the arrival of Europeans and Americans, discussing the arctic climate, shelter, migration, hunting, transportation, diet, games, art, beliefs, and other topics; and includes instructions for a variety of related craft projects.

In this retelling of an Inuit creation myth, Grandfather explains why the caribou and the wolf are brothers.

A boy who goes to Barrow, Alaska, to live with friends of his father for awhile learns the importance of whaling to the Eskimo culture.

Describes the natural environment and traditional way of life of the Eskimos, contrasting their old customs with the new lifestyle brought by modern civilization.

Text in both Inuktitut and English describes a now vanished way of life for the Inuit.

A brief introduction to igloos, including materials, construction, and people who lived in these traditional Native American dwellings.

Presents a history of native American people of the Arctic, describes their adaptation to a severe environment, and explores their way of life before and after the arrival of the white man.

An exploration of the Inuit, discussing their history, dress, survival skills, society, and more.