About This Book
Meindert De Jong's "Journey from Peppermint Street" is a poignant and beautifully written historical fiction novel set in the rural Netherlands of the early 20th century. It chronicles young Siebren's overnight journey with his grandfather to visit his ailing aunt. Along the way, Siebren faces fears, experiences new things, and grows significantly, with the events of the trip impacting his return home. This National Book Award winner is ideal for middle-grade readers aged 10-14, offering a rich narrative about family, courage, and the quiet power of personal growth.
Chronicles the occurences on a young boy's journey to visit an aunt and how these events affect his return journey and arrival at his home on Peppermint Street.
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Siebren change from the beginning of his journey to the end?
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What challenges does Siebren face, and how does he overcome them?
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How important is family in this story, and what role does Siebren's grandfather play?
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What did you learn about life in the Netherlands in the early 1900s from Siebren's journey?
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Have you ever had an experience that changed how you saw yourself or the world?
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