Momo has always wanted a Lhasa terrier--a dog like the ones the Tibetan Buddhist priests hold sacred in their temples. When a trader brings Pempa to her parents' teahouse, Momo's dream comes true. Then a band of robbers steals the valuable dog, and to recover him, Momo must make a dangerous journey she may not survive. A Newbery Honor Book. Illustrated.
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A classic tale of a girl's courage and love,
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This review is from: Daughter of the Mountains (Newbery Library, Puffin) (Paperback)
As a 6th grader I think I had this book permanently checked out of my school's library for the entire year. Great adventure and suspense, a fascinating look into another culture, an extraordinarily brave girl and her love for her dog, and a deeply satisfying ending -- a perfect combination. I'm so glad it's still in print!
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I read this book voraciously from start to finish when I was in 7th grade and have never forgotten it. It illustrates how important it is to have faith in a dream and to go after what you want even when everyone tells you it's impossible. And if you've ever dearly loved a pet, this is the story for you.Momo, a young Tibetian girl, yearns to own a Lhasa Apso, but an expensive pedigree dog like that is beyond her family's meager budget. Undaunted, Momo hopes and prays for one to come her way, certain that it will. Her faith and tenacity pay off when a traveling merchant presents her with an adorable Lhasa puppy, whom Momo promptly names Pempa. All is perfect in Momo's world until the day Pempa is stolen by thieves on their way to India. You will learn a lot about that part of the world as Momo tirelessly treks through Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and finally India to retrieve her beloved pooch. She stumbles into a lot of interesting characters along the way, making this story an even more enjoyable read.
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Creative and Inspiring!,
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This review is from: Daughter of the Mountains (Newbery Library, Puffin) (Paperback)
I thought that this book was great because it shows what an amazing relationship a child and a dog can have. It also is so very detailed and descriptive, that at some parts I almost thought I was reading a book of poetry. Momo stands up for herself and proves she can. Beautifully written. Great Characters.
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Ever since she could remember, Momo had wanted a dog. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
two durwans, ten traders, head lama, giant staircase, hill woman Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Big Dorje, Lady Paton, Tsu Foo, Wing Fong, Lat Sahib, Lotus Blossom, Blessed One, Great Trade Route, Nema Doorg, Burra Memsahib, Little Dorje, Paton Lady Memsahib, Lord Buddha, Enlightened One, Lop San, Mother Ganges, Big Doric, Old Father Khen-pa New!
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Ever since she could remember, Momo had wanted a dog. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
two durwans, ten traders, head lama, giant staircase, hill woman Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Big Dorje, Lady Paton, Tsu Foo, Wing Fong, Lat Sahib, Lotus Blossom, Blessed One, Great Trade Route, Nema Doorg, Burra Memsahib, Little Dorje, Paton Lady Memsahib, Lord Buddha, Enlightened One, Lop San, Mother Ganges, Big Doric, Old Father Khen-pa New!
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