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Island Boy Book Review

Island Boy

By Barbara Cooney
Gold star
Ages:
  • Virtue
    VIRTUE
    Is this the way I want my child to think and act?
    Ratings are based on how much a book extols Islamic morality and espouses classical ideals.
    ★★★★☆
  • Language
    LANGUAGE
    Is this the way I want my child to speak?
    Ratings are based on a book's vocabulary, cadence, and overall eloquence suited to age level.
    ★★★★★
  • Story
    STORY
    Does this story resonate with my child?
    Ratings are based on the integrity of plot structure, the depth of characters, the palpability of the book's conflict and resolution, and the lure of its setting.
    ★★★★☆
  • Beauty
    BEAUTY
    Does this book develop my child's ability to recognize beauty?
    Ratings are based on aesthetics, linguistic beauty, poignancy, and how well a book embodies ihsan—harmonizing excellence.
    ★★★★☆

Values

  • Courage
  • Manhood
Heart

Struggles

  • Complaining
  • Consumerism
Why Should
Why Should My Child Read This Book?

Books like this are becoming increasingly rare gems: a cohesive, well-crafted story, breathtaking illustrations, and sophisticated vocabulary. The story features a wholesome, multi-generational family whose way of life celebrates simplicity and the beauty found in everyday moments.

In contrast to a consumer lifestyle, the story gently encourages children to delight in the natural world and find joy in family. It reminds children that a rich life is measured not by what we own but by the beauty Allah has placed all around us.

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What is this book
What’s This Book About?
The youngest and quietest of 12 children, Matthias grew closest to Tibbets Island, learning its secrets through the years. And though in later years he sailed to faraway places, he always returned to the island he loved.

Anything I need to be aware of?

VIEW FLAGS
Genres: ,
Illustrator: Barbara Cooney
Publisher: Puffin Books
Published: 1991
Page Count: 40
ISBN13: 9780140507560
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