Snake-stone (New Longman Literature)

by Berlie Doherty (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $107.60

• Used

  Paperback
  2011

  $3.32

  Although he is close to his adoptive parents, James has always wondered about his natural mother and why she gave him away. The only clues to her identity are a small stone and a note scribbled on the back of an envelope. With these, James sets off to find his past.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2000

  $3.32

  What's the hook? Two different perspectives provide interesting contrast in the exploration of issues of adoption and identity. What are the themes? Families, generations and identity. Teaching points? Provides numerous opportunities for speaking and listening activities and creative writing.

• New

  Paperback
  2011

  $10.18

  Although he is close to his adoptive parents, James has always wondered about his natural mother and why she gave him away. The only clues to her identity are a small stone and a note scribbled on the back of an envelope. With these, James sets off to find his past.