Andy Sibbald

The Quest for Home Andy Sibbald

When young Oliq is attacked and killed by an arctic tern half the Ishigaq decide it is time to relocate from their present underground colony in the arctic, to a new, safer location. Being 30 centimetres tall presents numerous challenges for the Ishigaq, ranging from dealing with predators and high winds that can blow them away to the handling of uncooperative sled-pulling lemmings and belligerent teens. Her Allness Nipster has always provided the steadying influence of a wise elder and uses her boundless love, spiritual beliefs and magical powers to assist her people through predator attacks and other crises. Ank and Ulu are a young couple destined for leadership and their marriage comes as no surprise to anyone. Their compassion, respect for their elders and willingness to learn, adapt and grow ensure that the future is bright for the Ishigaq. Follow the thrilling adventures of the Ishigaq and learn about life in the arctic at the same time. Ishigaq are people 30 centimetres tall of Alaskan lore. They live in the arctic in an underground colony. These books are set in the arctic and promote positive values and will stimulate thought about contemporary issues like global warming, conflict versus cooperation and the value of traditional knowledge, self-determination and leadership.