PICTURE BOOKS

Four Fallen Eagles

by Karen Whetung (text) & ­illus. by E.B. Sunflower
Medicine Wheel. Sept. 2024. 32p. Tr $16.95. ISBN 9781778540431.
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Gr 3-6–After a storm displaces four eaglets, they embark on a journey to find a place that feels true to them, or a home. The new environments reveal creatures who appear to be similar to the eaglets. With each encounter, one of the eaglets makes the decision ­whether to keep going or to stay with the newfound kin. Sunflower’s illustrations use a duotone palette to depict Whetung’s story; this creates a visually textured background and scenery while only using black, white, and orange.
VERDICT In charming and expressive imagery, readers will find a journey that requires courage, reasoning, and newfound maturity. A worthwhile ­purchase.
Reviewed by Kaitlin Srader , Oct 31, 2024

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