The Turtle of Michigan

In The Turtle of Michigan, a stand-alone companion to Naomi Shihab Nye’s The Turtle of Oman, young Aref embarks on an exciting journey from Muscat to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to reunite with his father. As he navigates the challenges of moving to a new country and starting school, Aref forms friendships and grapples with feelings of homesickness for his grandfather and Oman. This heartfelt novel explores themes of immigration, family, and belonging, making it an engaging read for middle grade audiences.