This family of readers is always on the hunt for a good book. Their out of the box mother is cautious about the type of things they read. Books with meaning, depth and humor are what I seek out. Books that are sexist, racist and too mainstream are ones I steer away from.
Last year, the girls friends Max and Charles, turned us on to a book that fit that description and it quickly became one of our favorites. 'Where The Mountain Meets The Moon' is a delightful tale about a girl named Minli would goes in search of the old man of the moon to change her family fortune. This story is fully of mythology and timeless messages about family and friendship. We loved the the story so much, that I have bought the book as presents for several friends and cousins, Each time we give the gift of Minlis story it's hit!
We first read the book when Amara was not yet 6 (Havana was too young to sit through a chapter book). Each night, we'd quickly finish bedtime routines, then climb into our king size bed where I would read a chapter to Amara. We would then we would discuss Minlis's adventures. The rich, engaging story gave us much to talk about.
About a year later, I learned that there would be a musical adaptation of the book put on by the Bay Area Children's Theater, Amara and I did a happy dance. Havana too loved the idea of seeing our new favorite story come to life on stage. The whole family, along with some friends, went together to see Minili come to life. The show was very well done and kept even the youngest ones engaged. By this time, Havana was almost ready for the print version as well. Not too long after we saw the play, Don and her completed the book, chapter by chapter, getting lost in Minli's journey.
Story's are powerful teachers and I suspect that the story of Minli will remain a favorite for a long time to come.
Here is the link to amazon to check it out further http://www.amazon.com/Where-Mountain-Meets-Moon-Grace/dp/0316038636.
Happy Reading!
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