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ALA Notable Book: A âwarm and humorousâ novel of a boyâs much-dreaded move from the Middle East to Michigan with his parents (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). Aref Al-Amri does not want to leave Oman. He does not want to leave his elementary school, his friends, or his beloved grandfather, Sidi. He does not want to live in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where his parents will go to graduate school. His mother is desperate for him to pack his suitcase, but he refuses. Finally, she calls Sidi for help. But rather than pack, Aref and Sidi go on a series of adventures. They visit the camp of a thousand stars deep in the desert, they sleep on Sidiâs roof, they fish in the Gulf of Oman and dream about going to India, and they travel to the nature reserve to watch the sea turtles. At each stop, Sidi finds a small stone that he later slips into Arefâs suitcaseâmementos of home. Acclaimed poet and National Book Award finalist Naomi Shihab Nyeâs warmth, attention to detail, and belief in the power of empathy and connection shines from every page of this story following Aref Al-Amri as he says goodbye to Muscat, Oman and prepares for a journey to an unfamiliar world. âRichly rewarding.â âSchool Library Journal âDeeply moving.â âBulletin of the Center for Childrenâs Books âNyeâs story about the special bond between a boy and his grandfather and their mutual love for their country is somehow both quiet and exhilarating.â âHorn Book (starred review) A Winner of the Middle East Book Award Includes bonus material from the author and art by Betsy Peterschmidt |
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