Vocabulary from the Middle East

In this book students will encounter a world and a life far from their own, both in time and space. This book is set in the Middle East, during the 6th century. Discuss the following words as they are used in this book and what they mean in this context: Hadith Spices...

Compassion and Empathy

This is a story about compassion and empathy. What do these words mean? Have students give examples of what it means to be compassionate. Can they think of any other books that address these themes?

About Camels

What do students know about camels? What do they imagine the life of a camel would be like?