"The Scarf and the Butterfly" is a poignant graphic memoir that takes readers on an emotional journey. The author, Monica Ittusardjuat, recounts her childhood in Canada, shaped by experiences in three different residential schools over a span of eleven years. In her work, she reflects on the loss of her identity and culture while simultaneously describing the struggle to return to her roots. The narrative is both heartbreaking and hopeful, addressing the lasting impacts of residential schools on Indigenous populations. With striking illustrations by Coco Apunnguaq Lynge and Scott Plumbe, this story serves as an important contribution to education about the history and effects of residential schools. "The Scarf and the Butterfly" is not just a book, but a testament to resilience and the power of self-discovery.