Recommended Age:
9
+
Best for independent readers who enjoy gentle, community-centered stories told from an unusual perspective with themes of kindness and belonging.
About the Book
Told from the perspective of Red, an old oak tree where people tie wishes, the novel follows Red's efforts to help a young Muslim girl named Samar feel welcome in a community where she and her family face hostility and prejudice. A quiet, hopeful story about kindness, community, and the courage to stand up for others.
Content Ratings
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Mild Themes
The novel addresses Islamophobia, xenophobia, and the courage required to welcome strangers in a fearful community; themes are handled gently and with hope.
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Mild Violence
Samar and her family face verbal hostility and an act of vandalism against their home; violence is not graphic but reflects the reality of xenophobic prejudice.
Engagement:
Genre:
Adventure
Published:
2017
Page Count:
216
