In Search of a Sandhill Crane

Reach for this book when your child feels like a fish out of water, perhaps due to a move or a summer away from friends, or if they are struggling to see the value in anything without a screen. Link Keller is a city kid convinced that a summer in the Michigan wilderness will be pure misery. However, through the challenge of wildlife photography and the guidance of unexpected mentors, he discovers that patience and silence are skills rather than burdens. It is a thoughtful exploration of finding belonging in nature and bridging the gap between generations. This chapter book is perfect for middle schoolers, offering a grounded look at how stepping out of one's comfort zone leads to genuine self discovery.