A Long Way Home by Ishmael Beah teaches young readers about resilience, hope, and the power of healing. Through Beah’s journey as a child soldier and his path to recovery, the story highlights the importance of perseverance and the human capacity for change. It encourages empathy and understanding for those who face unimaginable challenges. This powerful memoir inspires readers to value peace, compassion, and the strength of the human spirit.

A Long Way Home provides engaging and practical lessons within our homeschool english curriculum. Here are a few examples:

• Creative Writing Assignments: Inspired by literary themes, your child will express their thoughts through original stories based on classic literature.
• Character Role-Play: Students will empathize with the characters by acting out their motivations in current circumstances.
• Literature-Based Projects: Our curriculum integrates arts, crafts, and technology to encourage multidisciplinary learning. For example, students will create a historical timeline, build a simple machine, and craft a model of the solar system.