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		L'araignée géante / Micta Ehepikw Estelle Whittom Illustrations: Stéphane Simard Translation: Martha Niquay Saint-Damien-de-Brandon, Quebec: Éditions du soleil de minuit, 2002. 24 p. (Album du crépuscule) ISBN 2922691209 Ages 4 to 8
L'araignée géante / Micta Ehepikw Source

"Please bring a personal item to exchange with a friend," is written on the invitation received by Julien, the main character in this book.

In the clutter of his room, the little boy mutters to himself about having to select one of his toys for the exchange. Then he thinks of a small Venetian mirror. While searching for the item, Julien looks under the bed. He thinks he sees a tiny creature crawling there, maybe even a giant spider. The incident teaches him to overcome his fears — he understands that imagination often plays tricks on us. The amusing conclusion devised by the author should surprise the reader.

This first picture book by Estelle Whittom won first prize in the Concours littéraire Lurelu 2000. The illustrations that accompany the text are conventional and effective. The drawing of a little spider that appears as each page is turned is a plus — its constant presence enhances the graphic design.

–IB