A boy goes to retrieve his grandmother as his mother goes into labor. Along the way, he passes animals and nature and asks what makes them happy. A simple story with a lot of depth. It introduces the notion of journey-as-change to young readers, with an indigenous twist. Thanks to Tundra/Penguin and NetGalley for the eARC!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of this book. This picture book is well written. The dialogue is simple, yet powerful and explores themes of family and gratitude. A wonderful book for growing families and for those wanting to understand Indigenous cultures a little better.

Very charming! Definitely for an older reader or at least a reader with a good attention span. I love the messages of gratitude and the sort of blunt and objective approach to it. The boy sees rabbits playing and being happy and he's grateful for all the meals that rabbits have provided for him. I think some people might take that to be a little bit intense but it's real! I liked that inclusion. The art was minimal but I thought it was charming.

As readers follow a young boy's journey to his grandparents' camp, it proves to be an emotional journey as much as a physical one. This book asks readers to consider all they have to be thankful for while presenting insights into the traditions and wisdom of a culture they might not be familiar with. I'm confident that this story will broaden horizons and minds, enriching the lives of those who read it. I'm extremely grateful the artists behind this have shared this story. I can't wait to pass it onto others.

Beautiful artwork. Wonderful story. Emits a sense of nurturing and safety. Better for older children as there is a lot of text per page. Overall, a lovely read.

Kalluk is an Inuk child who ventures out into the arctic Nunavut to find Grandmother and bring her home where Mother is to have the new baby. On the way there are many arctic animals who answer the question "What makes you happy?" They respond with ideas that Kalluk turns into things to be thankful for. Including the final blessing each gives--"I would give you my tail".
The illustrations by Master Stonecut Printmaker Qavavau Manumie are delightful, basic, and fun!
Well suited for reading WITH someone of ANY age (not only 6 to 9) including ESL, and great for gifting to anyone, but especially to a school or your local public library!
I requested and received a temporary e-book on Adobe Digital Editions provided by Penguin Random House Canada | Tundra Books via NetGalley. Thank you!

This was a sweet book for children. To remind us all to be grateful for what the earth provides is a great message.

The language was slightly choppy and a bit eloquent for a child’s dialect but the message was lovely all the same

A cute story that reads a lot like a fable - a little boy learns gratefulness and joy in its many forms from various arctic animals and his grandmother. I love the structure and message of Indigenous children's stories and its nice to see more traditionally published books showcasing Indigenous voices. I will admit I wasn't a big fan of the type of illustrations used in this book, but I believe the value of this book lies more in the story than the pictures. This book would be great for slightly older children

Little boy is sent to bring his grandmother back as his mother is having a baby. Along the way he encounters many creatures where he asks "What makes you happy?". The answers are varied but touching. His travels back with the grandmother encounter additional creatures.

This is a great children's book and highly recommended.

Text by Tanya Tagaq who is a Canadian (Inuk) throat singer and illustrations by Qavavau Manumie (cover illustration gives indication types of illustrations in the book.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Tundra publications for approving my request to read the advance read copy of I Would Give You My Tail in exchange for an honest review. Approx 34 pages. Publication date is Apr 08, 2025.

This precious little book is a reminder to us all of the many wonderous things we can learn from the earth and from those who came before us. It's a lesson in gratitude, joy, and love. There is a depth to each page, each passage brims with heart.

This is a perfect book for littles, welcoming new siblings. It's perfect for littles learning the wealth of the world. It's perfect for adults, like me, who need the reminder.

I can't WAIT to buy this one and share it with my little.

I love this sweet family tale and the simple illustrations feel soft and warm, even as the little boy makes his way through the winter landscape speaking to different animals. This is such a happy little book and feels so in tune with nature. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this.

For kids that can relate to and understand the teachings of this book, this is a great story! However, personally I cannot relate or completely understand this book to its fullest extent. I will only review/judge what I know about.
I loved the simplicity of the drawings, they were very soft and minimalistic. That gave this book a peaceful feel, making it perfect to read anytime, but especially bedtime/naptime. The second thing I appreciated about this book was the clear and defined plot. We learn about the main family, and readers get to see how the main character reacts and feels in the event of getting a new baby sibling.
However, I would change the specificity of the pronouns/words used to refer to Kalluk. There are multiple times when vague words are used, and other times specific pronouns are used. It would make most sense to narrow the references to just "he/him/his" and "Kalluk". Maybe you could use "the boy", but that's still vague.
Aside from that, however, I think that this book will be very special to numerous kids everywhere.

I Would Give You My Tail, written by Tanya Tagaloq, it the story of a little boy named Kalluk. When Kalluls mother knows that she will be having Kalluk’s little brother of sister, Kalluk has the important job of going to his grandparents camp to get his grandmother, so she can help his mother. While on the journey Kalluk learns from nature and different animals, as well as his grandmother about happiness, peace, and love. Al of these encounters helps Kalluk prepare to be a big brother, and know how to best care for his new sibling. I loved the themes in this book, the importance of happiness, peace, family, and taking care of each other. I also appreciated that this book might show an example of the Inuit people, and shared some terms for children to learn! I recommend this book for little ones, especially those expecting a baby sibling, friend, or relative.
Thank you to NetGalley, and to the author, illustrator, and publisher of this book for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A really sweet story following an Inuk child's journey to becoming a big brother.

The older the child, the more they'll get out of this book. I especially enjoyed the ending.

There's a whole lot of metaphor, so a child who hasn't yet built strong enough vocabulary skills may take this too literally and get confused in parts. And the quick switch from talking to the animals to reminiscing on eating the animals gave me whiplash, but I think my reaction stems from culture and certainly can't be held against the author/the book.

{Thank you bunches to NetGalley, Tanya Tagaq and publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!}

This heartwarming tale follows a young boy, Kalluk, on a journey to his grandmother's home when his mother goes into labor. The story beautifully explores themes of family, responsibility, gratitude, and love. Given the urgency of the situation, does the boy's lengthy journey and the grandmother's eventual arrival coincide with the birth? Overall it’s a lovely message that makes for great conversations.

This is about a boy in a journey through woods while his mother is in labor with his younger sibling. There's a lot of discussion about being grateful, which is a nice message for children.

I wish I had been reading a hardback copy instead of a digital copy because I wouldn’t have been so disappointed when I turned the next page to discover the end already. Such a sweet story with appealing hand drawn illustrations. A gentle, peaceful book that speaks of how giving kindness to others makes your own heart happy. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

Kalluk goes on a journey. His mother is about to give birth, and she needs his grandmother's help. On his journey, he encounters many animals and other elements of nature, and they each explain why they are happy and grateful. The illustrations are simple and lovely. This story left me with a warm feeling and a reminder of the joy that can be found in looking for happiness and gratitude every day.

Thanks to #netgalley for this advance reading copy. #IWouldGiveYouMyTail

Little Kalluk is walking to his grandmother’s camp. Along the way, he asks different animals why they are so happy. Each has a different answer but they would all give someone they love their tail if they could.
A beautiful little story about love, nature and gratefulness with a little nature magic thrown in. The illustrations are lovely and interesting.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada for this DRC.
#IWouldGiveYouMyTail #NetGalley

When Kalluk's mother goes into labor, he must take the trip to get his grandmother. Along the way, he stops to talk with nature and the animals, and learns that their activities and existence help provide for Kalluk and his family. When he and his grandmother finally return home, he bestows this learned wisdom to his new baby sister.

A very sweet, timeless story of gratitude.

(Thank you to NetGalley and the author for providing me with a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.)