I enjoyed this story. I think it would make a good story during a lesson on bullying for all age kids. The illustrations were very nice, as well.

Siuluk: The Last Tuniq is a picturebook based on on traditional stories from the Chesterfield Inlet area of the Kivalliq region of Nunavut, this tale of Siuluk and his legendary strength will captivate young readers.. It was written by Nadia Sammurtok and illustrated by Rob Nix. Siuluk is a very strong man. He’s so strong that people tell him he must be the last of the Tuniit, friendly giants who once lived in the North. Just like those giants, Siuluk is so strong that he can carry an entire walrus over his shoulder. But not everyone believes that Siuluk is strong. One day, when a group of men tease Siuluk about his size, he has to find a way to prove his strength once and for all—but how?

Siuluk: The Last Tuniq is a beautifully illustrated tale, and I was glad to learn a story that I had not heard or read previously. I am a big fan of learning about different people, places, and cultures. This story is one that should be relateable to readers of all cultures and ages. I think everyone has felt lonely, outcast, or different. Siuluk is especially so since people either respect him or mock and doubt him because of the stories told about him. I like the additional information about the legend included, but I would have liked more information about the area and culture. I was intrigued enough to go off an do some of my own research, which will hopefully be the case for other readers as well. I think even beyond the legends, I love that the empathy and acceptance of other people, those that are different, is the underlying theme of the story. I think we all need those muscles stretched and strong because there are way too many cases of people not being able to use them.

Siuluk: The Last Tuniq is a story based on Inuit folklore regarding a race of giants called Tuniit or Tuniq. Siuluk is teased by his fellows because of his size, and strength. They call him the last Tuniq, the last of the giants. There are some, though, who do not believe he is as strong, even though he can carry seals and walrus over his shoulder with ease! Siuluk, tired of being harassed, issues a challenge to match his strength. Needless to say, average people can't…

I read this with my cubs, and we all enjoyed it. The artwork is absolutely lovely, and I appreciate that it is based on Inuit lore. It's a fairly simple story with deep meaning- acceptance. Siuluk had to fight for his acceptance. He was a huge man, and clearly strong, yet he was pestered into proving it. We shouldn't need to justify ourselves for other people's opinions. This is also a story about patience. Rather than getting angry, and lashing out, Siuluk calmly set up his challenge. Highly recommended as part of any young reader's library.

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Siuluk: The Last Tuniq by Nadia Sammurtok is an interesting Inuit folktale of the last of the strong Tuniit giants. Siuluk’s story is simply one small moment in time when he reveals his strength to those who mock him. He issues a challenge that stands to this day in the community of Chesterfield Inlet in Nunavut, Canada. The photo and afterward at the conclusion are excellent. I found this to be as interesting as the Siuluk’s story.

The illustrations are engaging, the story complete for the day of the challenge but I couldn’t help but want to know more about this gentle giant. The significance of Siuluk’s challenge and the change in the men’s thinking bears thought. Acceptance is at the heart of this story. It did come for Siuluk until first he had proved himself.

It is a wonderful multicultural legend that could easily lead into a discussion with children.

This picture book is based upon an Inuit legend of the Tuniq people. They were giant with exceptional strength. The story is about Tuniq who is teased and not believed that he is strong. While proving his strength, he is finally accepted and believed. The illustrations in this story are wonderful and are able to tell the story as well as the text. This is a great addition to a multi-cultural library, especially one that contains fables, legends and folktales from around the world. Discussions about what the message is in this book will bring out many ideas of acceptance, judging others etc. A winner.

I’m glad that the author shared this story with the world. I also appreciated the art.