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The Forgiveness Garden
Written by Lauren Thompson · Illustrated by Christy Hale
A girl seeks peace amidst a cycle of revenge between feuding families.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 241 ratings
32 pages· 746 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In a land torn by ancient feuds, a boy's stone injures a girl, reigniting a cycle of revenge. But this time, the girl chooses a path of peace. Inspired by the Garden of Forgiveness, her journey challenges the hatred that divides their families. Can one act of courage break the chain of vengeance and lead to healing? Discover a timeless tale of reconciliation and hope.
From the publisher
A long time ago and far away–although it could be here, and it could be now–a boy threw a stone and injured a girl. For as long as anyone could remember, their families had been enemies, and their towns as well, so it was no surprise that something bad had happened.
Hate had happened. Revenge had happened. And that inspired more hate and more calls for revenge. But this time, a young girl decided to try something different…
Inspired by the original Garden of Forgiveness in Beirut, Lebanon, and the movement that has grown up around it, Lauren Thompson has created a timeless parable for all ages that shows readers a better way to resolve conflicts and emphasizes the importance of moving forward together.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 746
- Reading age
- 4–6
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 480L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3
- F&P level
- ~M
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 155593
Publication
- Published
- October 30, 2012
- Publisher
- Feiwel Friends
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780312625993
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