Under The Mango Tree
A Story of Friendship and Freedom
by Chris Field
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Pub Date Dec 01 2014 | Archive Date Feb 26 2015
Description
HOW CAN WE RAISE CHILDREN WHO ARE INSPIRED AND EMPOWERED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
This children’s book is the true story of Mercy Project’s innovative process of partnering with fishing villages who own trafficked children and of walking alongside people who need help rather than offering quick fixes or band-aids. It’s written in a way that will spark meaningful conversation between parents and children and encourage young ones (and their parents!) to use their lives to make a difference.
The catalyst for this book was simple. We’ve had the chance to tell the story of the trafficked children in Ghana to thousands of adults. A big part of that story includes our encouragement for people of all ages to make a difference, to act boldly when they see injustices, and to believe that ordinary people can change the world. As we’ve told this story to adults, many responded with two common questions: “How can I teach my kids about this important issue without frightening them?” and “How can I raise children who are inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world?” This book is our response to those important questions.
We believe deeply in the message of this book and are certain it will be different than any of the other books on your child’s bookshelf. Not only will it help your child to become more globally minded but it will also introduce local words from the most popular dialect in Ghana and includes meaningful discussion questions for parents and children to talk about together.
This is not merely a story–it’s an invitation for your child to begin dreaming and planning for how they can use their gifts and life to make the world a better place.
GIVING BACK
$5 from every book purchased will go directly back to Mercy Project to help continue their work for freedom in Ghana. Mercy Project’s mission is to rescue children from slavery. They partner with families and communities trapped in the cycle of poverty, empowering them with sustainable economic solutions in order to free children from forced labor. Over the last 4 years, Mercy Project has rescued, rehabilitated, and reintegrated 46 children from forced labor. All of those children are now back home and attending school.
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Author Bio:
Chris Field is the Founder and Executive Director of Mercy Project. He traveled to Ghana for the first time in August of 2009 and has since been on a mission to bring new life to children in slavery as well as empower those around him to make the world a better place.
Chris and his wife Stacey have been married since 2005 and have three young children (with a fourth on the way!). In addition to being a great father and storyteller, Chris is an avid runner, marathon director, gifted speaker, and inspirational world-changer.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9780990688402 |
| PRICE | $15.00 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Lindsey L, Reviewer
Under the Mango Tree is a touching story told by the sky about child labor in Ghana with an empowering message that children can change the world. It begins with an overview of the sky watching happy children play and learn, then travels to Ghana where children do not have the privilege of toys, food, warm beds, and education. The children fish on boats for long hours in dangerous waters. But the arrival of a group of strangers carries the key to changing the lives of the villagers for the better. It can teach lessons such as appreciating what you have, trying to make the world a better place, and considering the impacts of your decisions and how they affect others. Words from Ghana accent the story and are included in a dictionary in the back. Bonus content also includes information about The Mercy Project and discussion questions for children of all ages at the end.
Elaine B, Reviewer
This book meets its goal of sharing the story of trafficked children in Africa in a way that other children could relate to without being frightened. It is beautifully illustrated and relates what is happening in fishing villages in Ghana, Africa, as a result of the Mercy Project. It is a heart breaking scenario with a more positive outcome and the story is shared in a manner that makes the reader want to continue to make a difference to the lives of trafficked children. I hope this book helps raise both awareness and funds to help everyone involved in this project - go to http://www.mercyproject.net to learn more about this.
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