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Why Does Mikinaak Have a Shell?

Ages: From 9 to 16 years old
Duration: 7 minutes
This is the story of Nanabozo, who is half-spirit and half-human. After falling by accident on Mikinaak the turtle and gravely injuring him, he creates a protective shell for him.
Creative team

Written and performed by: Émily Séguin
Actor’s direction by: Marie-Claire Marcotte

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