Just happened to come across this book in time for Indigenous People's Day! Perfect!
The back of the book says that haw êkwa! is pronounced "how Aygwa" and is a Cree idiom that means "okay then!" The author was the illustrator for David Robertson's book, When We Were Alone.
The "cacussh!" sound through the book sounds just like a skateboard and the pictures flow and make you feel like you are following the skateboarder.
Goodreads says:
An extraordinary book that celebrates skateboarding, family, and community, from beloved artist and author Julie Flett, winner of The New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book Award. Every day, a little boy watches kids pass by on skateboards, and dreams of joining them. One day, his mother brings a her old skateboard, just for him! haw êkwa! Let’s go! Together, they practice on the sidewalk, at the park, in Auntie’s yard—everywhere. But when it comes time to try the skatepark, the skateboarders crash down like a waterfall. Can he find the confidence to join them? Let’s Go! This fun and touching story is a tribute to family, friendship, and perseverance. Julie Flett’s renowned art and powerful text shows a community of support is all around, ready to help each other… go!
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