The Key Is Lost

A Face First

Buried Beneath the Baobab Tree

The Red Umbrella

The Play of "The Silver Sword" (Heinemann Spotlights)

The Tyrant's Daughter

Frantic (Left Behind: The Kids Collection)

Anna at War

How Many Days to America: A Thanksgiving Story, written by Eve Bunting, is a poignant picture book that tells the harrowing tale of a refugee family forced to flee their Caribbean island home in search of freedom and safety. When the government in their country is overthrown, they leave suddenly on a small boat, enduring challenges such as limited food, water, and space, as well as dangerous encounters at sea. The family's journey is fraught with fear and uncertainty, but they are driven by hope and the promise of a new life in America. The book ultimately culminates in their arrival on Thanksgiving Day, providing a parallel to the historical pilgrimages to America and a contemporary context for discussing issues of immigration and asylum. The story is a touching reminder of the universal search for a place to call home and celebrates the spirit of gratitude and resilience.

Discover Your Child's Next Read

The Key Is Lost

Ida Vos, Terese Edelstein, 2000

A Face First

Priscilla Cummings, 2001

Buried Beneath the Baobab Tree

Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani, Viviana Mazza, 2018

The Red Umbrella

Christina Diaz Gonzalez, 2010

The Play of "The Silver Sword" (Heinemann Spotlights)

Ian Serraillier, Stuart Henson, 1982

The Tyrant's Daughter

J.C. Carleson, 2014

Frantic (Left Behind: The Kids Collection)

Jerry B Jenkins, 2004

Anna at War

Helen Peters, 2019