Kúndlaan

We are pleased to offer two different editions of this book — an edition written in Haida and an edition written in English. Please select which edition you would like at checkout.

Kúndlaan, The Wolf Pup with Moonlight in Her Eyes by Sondra Segundo

Indigenous author and illustrator Sondra Segundo brings us Kúndlaan, the first of three children’s books in a series that celebrates Haida culture and language. Kúndlaan tells the story of a wolf pup who takes an exciting trip to the moon!

Inspired by ancient Haida stories, each original tale in the series weaves in Haida language and song to help encourage the revitalization of her Indigenous culture.

Kúndlaan is among first children’s books to ever be published entirely in Alaskan Haida, a critically endangered language. For thousands of years the Haida language was passed down exclusively through song and oral tradition. Recently, a Haida alphabet was developed, making this book possible.

"It's very important to me to help preserve our culture in any way I can," Segundo said.

Co-published by Salmonberry Books and Barnacle Editions.

Recommended Audience Age: 4-10

Format: Paperback

Page Count: 34

English Language ISBN: 978-1-63398-163-8

Haida Language ISBN: 978-1-63398-165-2

Published September 29, 2023