Mother raises a finger to her lips and quietly says, "Shh, remember the words of Grandmother, our Nokomis. Wisdom comes on silent wings." She smiles and waves, then closes the door.

On a wintry night, two Ojibway sisters set off across the frozen countryside in search of the SkySpirits. It isn't easy for the younger sister to be silent, but gradually she begins to treasure the stillness and the wonderful experiences it brings. Amid the blowing snow, the girls spin under the midnight sky, hoping the Northern Lights will shine on their joyous dance.

This powerful story captures the chill of a northern night, the warmth of the family circle and the radiance of a child's wonder.