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Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a beautifully written novel that blends Chinese folklore and fantasy. This captivating story is an excellent addition to your homeschool curriculum, offering an engaging adventure filled with themes of courage, friendship, and the quest for wisdom.

Enchanting Adventure for Homeschool Students

The story follows young Minli, who lives in the Valley of Fruitless Mountain, where she and her parents work tirelessly in the fields. Determined to help her struggling family, Minli embarks on a quest to find wisdom beyond her village. Along the way, she encounters a rich tapestry of characters and challenges, making it a perfect homeschool read for sparking imagination and discussions about bravery and hope.

Key Themes for Homeschool Discussions

This novel provides numerous opportunities for homeschool discussions and lessons on important topics, including:

Chinese folklore and cultural storytelling
The value of courage, perseverance, and hope
The importance of friendship and helping others
Overcoming adversity and improving one’s circumstances

Newbery Award-Winning Book

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a Newbery Award-winning book, recognized for its outstanding contribution to children's literature. It’s an ideal addition to any homeschool curriculum, providing both literary enjoyment and educational value for students exploring themes of fantasy, folklore, and personal growth.

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In 13th-century Mongolia, soldiers from the great Kublai Khan's army invade Oyuna's village to steal horses and gather new soldiers. In hopes of restoring her family's honor and staying with her faithful mare, the crippled Oyuna disguises herself as a boy and joins the soldiers horseback on their quest. Oyuna's journey will change her life forever.

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A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park

This inspiring book, based on a true story, is a meaningful addition to your homeschool curriculum. It follows the lives of two young people in Sudan—Nya, who walks hours each day for water, and Salva, a refugee fleeing conflict in search of safety and hope.

Their stories converge in a powerful narrative about perseverance, resilience, and the will to make a difference. Through engaging storytelling, students will explore global issues and develop empathy, making this an excellent choice for homeschool literature studies.

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The Master Puppeteer by Katherine Paterson

Set in 18th-century Japan, The Master Puppeteer tells the story of Jiro, the son of a struggling puppet maker who apprentices at the Hanaza theater. As he learns the art of puppetry, he becomes entangled in a thrilling Robin Hood-style mystery.

This engaging novel is a captivating way to introduce students to Japanese history and culture. It makes a strong addition to any homeschool literature curriculum, blending adventure with valuable cultural insight.

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A talking horse and a servant boy share an adventurous and dangerous journey to Narnia to warn of invading barbarians.

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Touching story of a young girl and her brother who set out to find their mother \"somewhere\" in the city of Johannesburg.

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A sensitive introduction to some of the inequities and injustices one can find today in countries all over the world.

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An award winning story of a young boy who lived in China during the perilous 1920s.

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Seven Daughters and Seven Sons\"

A Captivating Story of Hard Work and Determination

\"Seven Daughters and Seven Sons\" by Barbara Cohen and Bahija Lovejoy is an inspiring Arabic fairy tale that follows the journey of a young woman who dares to pursue something she has always desired. Set in a distant land, this story highlights the themes of perseverance, intelligence, and the rewards of hard work.

Key Themes for Your Homeschool Curriculum

This enriching book is a great addition to your homeschool curriculum, offering valuable lessons such as:

Empowerment through determination and hard work
Gender roles and breaking societal expectations
The importance of intelligence and resourcefulness
Insights into Arabic culture through a captivating narrative

Perfect for Integrating Culture and Character Education

\"Seven Daughters and Seven Sons\" is an excellent resource for homeschooling families looking to explore diverse cultures and teach valuable life lessons. This story provides opportunities for students to reflect on the importance of hard work, ingenuity, and overcoming obstacles, making it an ideal fit for both literature and character education within your homeschool curriculum.

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Multiple award-winner. The loving memories of the author's childhood in a Vietnamese hamlet.

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Includes fascinating information on customs, folklore, animals, and a different philosophy of life.

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Award-winning collection of poems presents everyday objects in a thought-provoking new light.

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Frost, for instance, is likened to a jungle plant with \"lacy fronds and plumes and tendrils.\"

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Momo, a young Tibetan girl, chases the man who stole her Lhasa terrier--from high in the Himalayas to the Bengal plains and the city of Calcutta.

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Stunning introduction to landscapes, peoples and customs of which most of us are wholly unaware. Exciting and thought-provoking!

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Shadow Spinner tells a plausible \"story behind the story\" of Scheherazade, the woman who saved her own life and the lives of all the women of Persia by telling stories to the Sultan, night after night, for 1001 nights.

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Exciting, fun, and thought-provoking.

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A legendary adventure story of how Mafatu, the son of the Great Chief of Hibueru, a Polynesian people, conquers his fear of the sea and proves he isn't a coward.

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Newbery Award

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Tariq is determined to fulfill his grandfather’s wish for him to go to Oxford, no matter how India’s upcoming partition threatens to bar the way. Hoping to use his new job as a British cartographer’s assistant as a path to England, Tariq meets Margaret, the unhappy daughter of the cartographer, and Anupreet, another member of the household staff. The three teenagers, though incredibly different, experience the political and social tension that trumps all other concerns.

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Five Nigerian folk tales. Includes the \"Hen and Frog,\" \"Why Bush Cow and Elephant are Bad Friends,\" \"The Husband Who Counted the Spoonfools,\" \"Why Frog and Snake Never Play Together,\" and \"How Animals Got Their Tails.\"

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