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The North Star

Peter H. Reynolds (2009-04-14)

Subgenre
Age groupChildren 5-8
Content ratingG
Pages66 (Quick Read (<250))
Setting
CSM age5

Content levels

ViolenceNone
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Protagonist archetypes

Coming-of-Age Protagonist

Synopsis

The North Story is the story of a young boy's journey through life. It is an allegory that raises questions about which road we take, and how to seek out our own unique path through life. The magical illustrations and gentle text reveal the empowering wonder of navigating our true potential. The North Star celebrates the individual. It invites us to rethink curriculum, career choices and other critical life decisions in a way that respects who we really are and our own unique gifts.

Is The North Star appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 5 and up.

A gentle, empowering allegory about finding your own path in life, presented with magical illustrations and accessible text suitable for young children.

What to know going in

This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids will love the magical pictures and the story about a boy finding his special way through the world.

Tags

Picture BookIllustratedAllegoryInspirational