About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to question the 'official' versions of history or struggling with the discomfort of seeing others treated unfairly because of who they are. Copper Sunrise is a poignant historical novel that follows Jamie, a young settler boy who befriends Tethani, a member of the indigenous Beothuk people, despite the violent prejudices of his own community. It is a powerful exploration of empathy, the courage required to stand up against one's own group, and the tragic consequences of intolerance. While it deals with heavy historical truths and the reality of loss, it serves as a vital tool for parents who want to nurture a sense of social justice and independent thinking in their middle-grade readers. It is best suited for ages 10 and up due to its realistic and somber depiction of colonial conflict.
