About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses curiosity about the world beyond their neighborhood or begins to ask why some children do not have schools. This adapted memoir introduces children to the power of humanitarian work and the concept of global citizenship through the eyes of someone who turned a personal failure into a life-changing mission for others. The story follows a mountain climber who, after getting lost in the Himalayas, is cared for by a remote Pakistani village. To repay their kindness, he promises to build them a school. The narrative explores themes of cultural empathy, extreme perseverance, and the belief that education is the most powerful tool for peace. It is a wonderful choice for parents wanting to foster a sense of social justice and global awareness in middle-grade readers.
