How the Husky Got Its Mask - by Levi Homstad (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Set in the Alaskan wilderness, How the Husky Got Its Mask is a dynamic survival legend and tall tale about how Alaska huskies earned their iconic white masks.

Sam and his husky, Sitka, live a happy life in the Alaskan wilderness, until a hard winter exhausts their store of food and pushes them to make a risky mid-winter journey through the mountain pass. When disaster strikes--avalanche--Sitka mounts a heroic effort to rescue Sam and earns herself the distinctive white face mask Alaska huskies are famous for.

Review Quotes

A tall tale about man's best friend, this picture book will enchant animal lovers of all ages. Sitka and her human, Sam, live in the wilds of Alaska; though life isn't easy, they have always helped one another make it through. When their food runs out during an especially long winter, they risk the snowy wilderness to reach a frozen mountain lake. When an avalanche buries Sam in the snow, Sitka's heroism saves the day--and leaves a lasting impression.
--Foreword Reviews

"An Alaskan Tall Tale that draws young readers into the kind of adventure legends are made of--both educating and entertaining."
-- Readers' Favorite

About the Author

Levi Homstad was born and raised in Alaska, and has since lived all over the world. He is an artist and photographer, as well as a communications professional with a Master's Degree in Public Media from Fordham University in New York. He is a passionate supporter of the people who work to make the world a better place.