What lessons did you learn from the book?

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Some important lessons from the book were empathy, listening to kids when they tell that something is bothering them, interesting archaeological facts and more.
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I learnt that friends and family are very important when passing through difficulties in life
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Lea's aunt dismisses the ghost story without listening, echoing the speaker's own tendencies, highlighting the importance of taking time to hear children out to prevent them from seeking validation elsewhere, a lesson reinforced when Lea turns to Mrs. Simon and others for understanding after her aunt drives her away.
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This book taught me that history is important and influences the future so we should always look into it. Furthermore, I also learned that parents should always listen to their children and not judge them at first instance.
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I learnt that children should also be given the opportunity to be expressive and be listened to. Bad mental health is something to avoid.
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I learnt that children should also be given the opportunity to be expressive and be listened to. Bad mental health is something to avoid.
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Both Lea and Aunt Meg experience personal growth through their relationship, with Meg learning to listen and support Lea despite initial skepticism, while Lea gains a deeper understanding of her parents and embraces the unknown. Additionally, the paragraph touches on newfound interests in archaeology and historical research.
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I learned some new aspects about history. I also learned that the past always has an influence on the present and future.
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From the book, I got to learn the importance of listening to children and teenagers and paying attention to their needs. Children should not be ignored and their experiences should be at least validated even when they appear impossible.
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Lea's curiosity about the "Sandpeople" legend fuels her journey. It teaches the value of asking questions, exploring the unknown, and seeking out new information.
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Lea interacts with various members of the community, learning the value of seeking help, respecting local knowledge, and appreciating the support a community can offer.
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Lea's curiosity about the "Sandpeople" legend fuels her journey. It teaches the value of asking questions, exploring the unknown, and seeking out new information.
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The most important lesson I learned from this book is that self happiness is the ultimate. No matter how much you love people, do not go out of the way to make yourself unhappy. This is evident in the life of Aunt Meg.
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This book shows that is important to listen to kids and teens. Even if you are busy and feels that what they have to say is not important. I learnt that from aunt Meg!
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Post by Centrine Nelima »

SandPeople" by Cheryl Kerr promises an intriguing tale where Lea's entanglement in the enigmatic legend of the sand people unveils a captivating mystery blending reality and folklore, ensuring a thrilling and immersive reading experience.Both Lea and Aunt Meg learn things and grow from getting to know each other better. I especially liked how Aunt Meg learned how to listen and encourage Lea even though she thought what she was telling her was ridiculous. Meg was also reminded how nice it can be to have someone else around and how she can use that in her work. The book talks a lot about how important friends and family are when facing big problems, and how working as a team can help everyone get through tough times. It also makes you think about how important nature is and how we need to live in harmony with it, because it affects everything we do.
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