Walking Lightly
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 72
Published: 2006
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In "Walking Lightly" by Fleur Beale, the story follows a young girl named Lila who grapples with her identity and the cultural expectations surrounding her. Set against the backdrop of a changing world, Lila embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she navigates complex relationships with her family and peers. As she learns to embrace her indigenous heritage, she faces challenges that force her to confront her values and beliefs. The narrative delicately weaves themes of belonging, resilience, and the importance of honoring one’s roots, ultimately guiding Lila toward a path of self-acceptance and growth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 72 pages in this book. This book was published in 2006 by Simply Read Books .
Fleur Beale is the author of I Am Not Esther and Walking Lightly . In 2012 she won the Margaret Mahy Medal for her outstanding contribution to children's writing, and in 2015 she was awarded the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to literature.