Shabanu: Daughter of the Wind by Suzanne Fisher Staples

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Description:

Readers witness the conflicting emotions of Shabanu, an eleven-year-old girl who discovers that growing up is difficult, especially in the face of adversity. Shabanu’s experiences and lessons illustrate the power of perseverance, hard work, family loyalty, and fidelity. The novel is set in Pakistan, specifically the Cholistan desert, and provides an accurate representation of Pakistani culture and traditions.

Activities:

Students examine characterization, analyze and respond to poetry, and write creatively. They also chart, graph, map, brainstorm, make presentations, and participate in small- and large-group discussions. Lessons address figurative language, conflict, point of view, and symbolism. The final lesson asks students to compare the conflicts, setting, and ideas of Shabanu: Daughter of the Wind with its sequel, Haveli.

Ethical Values:

Adaptability
Family commitment
Freedom
Initiative
Loyalty
Self-actualization
Self-discipline