The Moorchild
by McGraw, Eloise
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New York, NY: Scholastic Book Services, 1998. Trade Paperback. Fine. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Reading level: Ages 9-12. A Newbery Honor book. Grades 4-6. This well-written novel incorporates elements of folklore into an examination of society's response to those who are perceived as different. The plot centers on the experiences of Saaski, a changeling who was cast out by the "Folk" because of her human father. While she does not initially recall her past life, persecution by the villagers eventually rekindles her memories and fires her resolve to rescue the human child for whom she was exchanged. Aided in her quest by Tam, an orphan who accepts her oddness and cherishes her friendship, Saaski is ultimately successful and thus repays the kindness of her "foster" family by returning their daughter to them. Some readers may find Saaski's cruel treatment by the villagers upsetting and her future with Tam unsettlingly vague, but both are consistent with McGraw's clear intention of using her novel to expose peoples' prejudices and emphasize the importance of being true to oneself. 241 pages..
Synopsis
Includes a reading guide and suggestions for related activities. Newbery Medal Honor Book, 1997.
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- Title
- The Moorchild
- Author
- McGraw, Eloise
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- Paperback
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- New York, NY: Scholastic Book Services, 1998
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- A NEWBERY HONOR BOOK CHILDRENS CHAPTER PREJUDICES PREJUDICE ORPHANS ORPHAN PERSECUTION 0590035584 CHILDREN\'S BOOKS
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- Fine
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