"9 Kilometers" by Lawrence Schimel follows the journey of a boy navigating the complexities of family, identity, and loss in a changing world. Set against the backdrop of a small village, the story explores themes of connection and the impact of distance—both physical and emotional. As he grapples with his father's absence and the evolving dynamics of his relationships, the boy embarks on a poignant quest that brings him closer to understanding himself and his place in the world. The narrative beautifully captures the essence of growing up and the challenges that accompany it. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 5-9 years.

There are 56 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2023 by William B Eerdmans Publishing Co .