The Turtle of Michigan
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
Published: 2022
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"The Turtle of Michigan" by Naomi Shihab Nye is a poignant story that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of family relationships. The narrative follows a young girl who is navigating the challenges of growing up in a multicultural environment. As she interacts with her family, friends, and the world around her, she reflects on the significance of her cultural heritage and the lessons learned from her past. The turtle serves as a metaphor for resilience and the journey of self-discovery, illustrating how memories and experiences shape who we are and where we come from. [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 8-12 years.
This book was published in 2022 by HarperCollins .
Naomi Shihab Nye is a poet and anthologist and the acclaimed author of Habibi: A Novel and Sitti's Secrets, a picture book, which was based on her own experiences visiting her beloved Sitti in Palestine. Her book 19 Varieties of Gazelle: Poems of the Middle East was a finalist for the National Book Award. She has taught writing and worked in schools all over the world, including in Muscat, Oman. She lives in San Antonio, Texas.