Come young ones, gather 'round
I have a tale that's sure to astound
Of the Arctic Circle so vast and grand
And the delicate creatures that call it their land

Here, the tundra stretches far and wide
With snow and ice, it's hard to decide
But among it all, something unique does lie
A kayak, a vessel to sail and to fly

The Inuit people, so brave and true
Sail in these boats, as they always do
To hunt for food and to survive
Their economy strong, as they thrive

But they understand the importance of care
Of preserving the land, so precious and rare
The delicacy of life, they know so well
And with each passing day, they continue to tell

Their story of strength and of individualism too
Of coming together to make a change, it's true
So let us learn from their wisdom and grace
And do our part to preserve this wonderful place.

Reflections

Here are some questions to ask kids to think about the story:

1. What is a kayak, and how did the Inuit people use them?
2. Why is the Arctic Circle considered a delicate ecosystem, and what can we do to preserve it?
3. How did the Inuit people's economy help them to survive in such a harsh environment?
4. What does individualism mean, and how did the Inuit people exhibit it in their daily lives?
5. What can we learn from the Inuit people's way of life, and how can we apply their wisdom to our own lives?