Traditionally, Inuit children were encouraged to observe skilled adults and elders as they completed tasks in order to learn. As children became familiar with the steps involved, they would then begin to practice on smaller versions, or they were given the responsibility of completing smaller tasks as they worked their way up to mastering the skill at hand from beginning to end. Children were also encouraged to practice and learn using all their senses through listening, observing, practicing, and through play. Practice, repetition, and progression ensured that the younger generations would be able to accomplish, and one day pass on, the skills necessary to become a contributing member to the camp.

If you take a look at the photos in this theme you can see moments Idlout captured of children observing mentors who are often stooped over, busily demonstrating how to properly skin and butcher different animals so that they could be used for food and clothing (N-1979-051: 2067, N-1979-051: 1963, N-1979-051-2090, N-1979-051-2094). Other photos in this theme depict children watching how to cut snow blocks to be used for shelter (N-1979-051: 1889), practicing how to carry babies in their amautiit (N-1979-051: 1962), and learning through various ways. 

These photographs depict children as active and contributing members in the community and reflect the importance of passing on tradition. Pilimmaksarniq not only builds the confidence of children through the responsibilities they are given, but these practices feed into their sense of belonging and curiosity. All qualities that contribute to what Inuit believe creates capable adults.