Walk Two Moons
Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech, published by Scholastic in 1994, is a poignant narrative that follows thirteen-year-old Salamanca Tree Hiddle, known as Sal, as she embarks on a journey from Ohio to Idaho with her grandparents in search of her mother. This first edition spans 280 pages and presents a dual storyline where Sal recounts the tale of Phoebe Winterbottom, who faces her own challenges with mysterious messages and a missing mother, intertwining with Sal’s quest to reunite her family.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as family, loss, and the complexities of growing up. As Sal navigates her journey, she grapples with her father’s warnings and the urgency of reaching Idaho in time for her mother’s birthday. The narrative intricately weaves together Sal’s experiences and Phoebe’s story, offering insights into the emotional landscapes of both characters. This edition provides a thoughtful look at the connections between past and present, making it a significant read for those interested in coming-of-age tales.
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Winner of the 1995 John Newbery Medal. Thirteen-year-old Salamanca Tree Hiddle, known as Sal, is traveling from Ohio to Idaho with her grandparents, in search of her mother. Along the way, she tells them the story of Phoebe Winterbottom, who received mysterious messages, met a “potential lunatic,” and whose mother disappeared. Beneath Phoebe’s story is Sal’s story and that of her mother, who left one day for Idaho and has not returned. Sal has less than a week to get to Idaho in time for her mother’s birthday and bring her back. Despite her father’s warning that she is fishing in the air, Sal knows this journey is the only chance she has for reuniting her family.
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