Belonging across homes
Eva finds a connection to Ethiopia through sunshine and puddles after moving to a new home and family.
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Christine Ieronimo - Author
A reflective picture-book story about Eva’s connection to Ethiopia after adoption. It contrasts difficult access to water and food with practical comforts in her new home, while holding memory, loss and belonging together.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceA reflective picture-book story about Eva’s connection to Ethiopia after adoption. It contrasts difficult access to water and food with practical comforts in her new home, while holding memory, loss and belonging together.
Eva finds a connection to Ethiopia through sunshine and puddles after moving to a new home and family.
Eva’s early life involves distant water holes and irregular food, while her new home has tap water and regular meals.
Eva’s first mother sends her away to a new home and family; the story also depicts their earlier daily trek for wood and water.
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