Out in the tundra, so vast and so wide,
Lived an ancestor, with whom we take pride,
They paddled a kayak, through icy cold streams,
And caught many fish, fulfilling their dreams.

They built an igloo, with snow and with ice,
A warm cozy shelter, that felt very nice,
They watched the caribou, as they roamed through the land,
And learned how to hunt, with a steady hand.

As winter approached, they knew what to do,
They gathered their things, and bid the tundra adieu,
They followed the caribou, as they migrated away,
To warmer lands, where they could stay.

So let us remember, the ways of the past,
And honor our ancestors, who made it all last,
For they taught us much, about life and the land,
And left us a legacy, so rich and so grand.

Reflections

1. What is the tundra, and what are some of the challenges of living there?
2. How did the people in the story adapt to the environment, and what did they learn from the caribou they hunted and followed?
3. What are some ways that people today can learn from the wisdom of their ancestors and from the natural world around them?
4. Why is it important to honor the traditions and knowledge of those who came before us?
5. How do you think the people in the story felt when they had to leave their homes and migrate to a new place?