The Turtle Of Oman
by Naomi Shihab Nye
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About This Book
When young Aref learns his family is leaving Oman for Michigan, he dreads saying goodbye to his grandfather Sidi and the home he loves. During their final week together, Sidi takes Aref on unforgettable adventures: camping in the desert, visiting sea turtle nesting grounds, and fishing in the Gulf of Oman. Along the way, his grandfather secretly fills Aref’s suitcase with small stones, each one holding the memory of a place they explored. This quiet, moving novel shows how love and memory travel with us when we leave home.
