Publisher's Synopsis
A Home with Sue-Ann is a heartwarming story about love, sacrifice, and the journey of belonging. Sue-Ann made a huge sacrifice in her life, where she spent years apart from her children while she studied and worked in Canada to build a better future for them. When Sue-Ann finally reunites with her children, everything should feel perfect, but instead, Canada feels unfamiliar to her girls. Being in a different culture called for them to adjust. As they struggle with homesickness and change, they learn that family is more than just being together-it's about holding onto love, no matter where they are.
This touching novel explores themes of immigration, resilience, and the power of family, making it a perfect read for children ages 8-12 who are navigating big changes in their own lives.
Help to Young Readers
- Enhances Reading Comprehension: Encourages readers to interact with the text on a level beyond mere surface understanding
- Increases Critical Thinking Skills: Promotes analysis, deduction, and establishing connections.
- Develops Emotional Intelligence: Helps children recognize and process feelings of change, loss, and resilience.
- Encourages Empathy: Helps readers see the world from the perspective of immigrants and children adjusting to change.
- Promotes Personal Reflection: Allows young readers to relate their own experiences to the themes in the story.
