About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is grappling with the idea of healing after a loss, or to gently introduce concepts of history, war, and environmental recovery. Set in Vietnam after the war, the story follows a young boy, Nam, whose grandfather is determined to restore the family's damaged wetlands. His hope is that the Sarus cranes, a treasured symbol of their culture, will one day return. This quiet, powerful book explores themes of resilience, intergenerational love, and the patient work of healing both land and spirit. It is an excellent choice for starting conversations about perseverance and the profound connection between people and their environment.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the aftermath of war. The cause of the land's destruction is stated as "the war," but the approach is metaphorical rather than direct or graphic. The focus is on the wounded land and the community's efforts to heal it. The resolution is entirely hopeful and the tone is secular.
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