Because Waubgeshig Rice writes in clear, evocative English while seamlessly weaving in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe language) words, the novel is highly regarded in English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) communities. On VK, language learning groups often recommend the book for intermediate to advanced readers to practice modern English vocabulary and contextual reading. The Evolution of the Story: Moon of the Turning Leaves