Description
Discover the captivating tale of resilience and identity in this heartwarming middle-grade historical novel, perfect for young readers interested in untold American frontier stories. Set in North Dakota in 1905, the narrative follows eleven-year-old Shoshana, a Jewish immigrant who flees persecution in the Russian Empire. Join her journey as she navigates the wild beauty of the plains while embracing a new American identity. This beautifully written book explores themes of family, cultural heritage, and the challenge of fitting in amidst prejudice. As Shoshana wrestles with her desire to belong and her loyalty to her roots, she learns the power of music and tradition in overcoming adversity. With a dust jacket, this brand new release from Union Square Kids (ISBN: 9781454947844) is a must-have addition to your child's bookshelf. Perfect for sparking conversations around empathy, diversity, and resilience, this novel is destined to be a cherished classic. Get your copy today and let your child embark on a remarkable journey through a pivotal moment in American history. Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781454947844
Format: With dust jacket
Year: 2023
Publisher: Union Square Kids
Description:
This heartwarming, beautifully written middle-grade historicalnovel about an untold American frontier story is destined to be a cherished classic.
North Dakota, 1905
After fleeing persecution in the Russian Empire, eleven-year-old Shoshana and her family, Jewish immigrants, start a new life on the prairie. Shoshana takes fierce joy in the wild beauty of the plains and the thrill of forging a new, American identity. But it’s not as simple for her older sister, Libke, who misses their Ukrainian village and doesn’t pick up English as quickly or make new friends as easily. Desperate to fit in, Shoshana finds herself hiding her Jewish identity in the face of prejudice, just as Libke insists they preserve it.
For the first time, Shoshana is at odds with her beloved sister, and has to look deep inside herself to realize that her family’s difference is their greatest strength. By listening to the music that’s lived in her heart all along, Shoshana finds new meaning in the Jewish expression all beginnings are difficult, as well as in the resilience and traditions her people have brought all the way to the North Dakota prairie.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781454947844
Format: With dust jacket
Year: 2023
Publisher: Union Square Kids
Description:
This heartwarming, beautifully written middle-grade historicalnovel about an untold American frontier story is destined to be a cherished classic.
North Dakota, 1905
After fleeing persecution in the Russian Empire, eleven-year-old Shoshana and her family, Jewish immigrants, start a new life on the prairie. Shoshana takes fierce joy in the wild beauty of the plains and the thrill of forging a new, American identity. But it’s not as simple for her older sister, Libke, who misses their Ukrainian village and doesn’t pick up English as quickly or make new friends as easily. Desperate to fit in, Shoshana finds herself hiding her Jewish identity in the face of prejudice, just as Libke insists they preserve it.
For the first time, Shoshana is at odds with her beloved sister, and has to look deep inside herself to realize that her family’s difference is their greatest strength. By listening to the music that’s lived in her heart all along, Shoshana finds new meaning in the Jewish expression all beginnings are difficult, as well as in the resilience and traditions her people have brought all the way to the North Dakota prairie.