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The author, Linda Sue Park, talks about the background of her book.
-How does the author know Salva?
-Why do you think she wrote this book?

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Newbery medalist Linda Sue Park discusses the true story behind her new book, A Long Walk to Water, a compelling novel that traces the stories of two young people over a generation in Sudan.

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The author of this book had an interview with Salva one of the chracters in this book. She talked to him about his rough life in Sudan and how manged it. The way the author know's Salva is by an interview and she may have read the book before she met him. She may have written this book because the author was moved by Salva's life. All in all, this is why the author wrote the book, and this is how they met each other ~ Anvesha ~ 

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The author of this book had an interview with Salva one of the chracters in this book. She talked to him about his rough life in Sudan and how manged it. The way the author know's Salva is by an interview and she may have read the book before she met him. She may have written this book because the author was moved by Salva's life. All in all, this is why the author wrote the book, and this is how they met each other ~ Anvesha ~ 

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The author, Linda Sue Parks knows Salva because they are family friends.
I think she wrote this book to show the world what is happening, so they can help. Also, to show that we are lucky to live in a country with no war.

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Some days it takes another perspective to appreciate the things we have and the hardships others have.

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Both Salva and Nya's stories start in Sudan, though they take place at different times.
What have you learned about life in southern Sudan through what you have read? Contribute with one idea you have learned about southern Sudan's geography and climate, government and politics, schools and education, languages and religions, people and populations, family life and communities.

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One fact I have learned is Salva had to leave his family when he was 11 because of war.

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Salva is one of the main characters, or protagonists, of the book.  The character is based on a real person, who was a young boy in Sudan in 1985.  This is an article about the world Salva lived in.-Watch the video- it's really great!-Check out pictures and links.-This is the non-profit foundation that Salva created.  What does it show about what he believes in?

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Salva is one of the main characters, or protagonists, of the book.  The character is based on a real person, who was a young boy in Sudan in 1985.  This is an article about the world Salva lived in.-Watch the video- it's really great!-Check out pictures and links.-This is the non-profit foundation that Salva created.  What does it show about what he believes in?

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http://www.waterforsouthsudan.org/salvas-story/  Documentary video of how Water for South Sudan transforms lives by drilling wells and providing safe, fresh water. Produced by POV-Rose Media, Rochester, NY for Water for South Sudan.

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Salva Dut was born in a rural village in southwestern Sudan to the Dinka tribe. At 11 years old, the Sudanese Civil War reached his village and separated Salva from his family. He joined thousands of boys, famously known as the Lost Boys of Sudan, on their journey by foot to seek safety in refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya. After living in refugee camps for 10 years, Salva was given the opportunity to move to the United States, where he was embraced by a family in Rochester, New York. Several years later, Salva learned that his father was still alive in Southern Sudan but was suffering with a disease caused by waterborne parasites. His father's illness inspired Salva to help both his father and his country by bringing clean water to those in need. This was the beginning of Water for South Sudan.

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Salva Dut was born in a rural village in southwestern Sudan to the Dinka tribe. At 11 years old, the Sudanese Civil War reached his village and separated Salva from his family. He joined thousands of boys, famously known as the Lost Boys of Sudan, on their journey by foot to seek safety in refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya.

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The way the author knows Salva is that she invited him to there house. She also read the stories about him and how he lived such a terrible life as a child.

I think the author wrote this book to show you what is still happening in Sudan since 1985 till now. To show the government that we need to take action against these things that are happening in Sudan today.

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One fact I learned that happened in Sudan is that the North side of Sudan had a civil war with the South side of Sudan

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The author knows Salva  because he is a family friend of hers. Salva met Linda sue's husband and the husband decided to invite Salva to a  party they were hosting. Salva came and met Linda.

I think that the author wrote this book because she was inspired and touched by Salva's story. When she heard about Salva and his adventure she wanted to meet him. When they met at a party the author, Linda, started to ask questions about his journey the second he walked in. The author was so motivated that she wrote a book about his story called "A Long Walk to Water." In conclusion, that is why I think the author, Linda Sue, wrote this book.

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Southern Sudan's lifestyle is a lot different than ours. First off, in school they sit on benches at school and don't get the luxury of having their own desk and chair. Also, their roads aren't paved and they have no sidewalks. Almost everything is dirt and when ever a car drives on it or someone runs, they are followed by a cloud of dust. The last and probably biggest difference is that only boys 10 and older go to school. Girls are all at home learning from their mothers on how to be a mom. They do chores, travel for water and help others of the village in their daily chores. All in all, those are three facts about Sudan.

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The author knows him because she has heard stories of him when he was a kid and his rough life in Sudan. She invited him to her house to interview him for the book.

I think she wrote this book because She knew about Salva and his story in Sudan as a young kid. Also, She wanted to let other kids know that they can do anything and to be thankful for what you have. She also, wanted more people to know about his life and how bad Sudan can be so other people can help with the situation. That is why I think the author wrote the book.

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The author said that she knew Salva as a family friend.
The author wrote this story because she wanted to tell the readers of whats been happening in Sudan over the last generation. The author said Salva was a role model and what he was doing was  changing lots of peoples lives. She feels that if he can do something then we can do something to make a difference in the world.

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The author knows Salva as a family friend. She decided to write this book because the things that he has done. So we know what has happened and how it changed.

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She knows him because he is a family friend.
She wrote it to show what is going on in Sudan and how they are living

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I learned that the children and the parents had to herd cattle in Sudan

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I think the reason why she wrote the book a long walk to water is because she wanted to share Salva amazing story with the world. In the video she said that she was amazed by the hard work Salva did. And the fact that he had to immediately run away from his family without even saying good bye amazed the author of the book and made her want to share the story even more. Also she wanted people to help Salva's cause, so she thought that if she wrote a book more people would see it and want to help.

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i learned that some kids would walk over 50 miles every day to get to school 

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i learned that some kids would walk over 50 miles every day to get to school 

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i think she wrote this book so people can learn Salva's terrific journey and how he had to leave his family 

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i think she wrote this book so people can learn Salva's terrific journey and how he had to leave his family 

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I learned that over thousands of children in South Sudan wake up hungry most mornings and only get a slice of bread and water plus after the country's year long conflict forced many of them to flee their homes and seek shelter in temporary refugee camps with no one but themselves and strangers

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I learned that over thousands of children in South Sudan wake up hungry most mornings and only get a slice of bread and water plus after the country's year long conflict forced many of them to flee their homes and seek shelter in temporary refugee camps with no one but themselves and strangers

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I think she wrote this book to help people understand what terrible things are happening in Sudan and how we can help (Penelope).

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I learned that Salva had to leave his family at age 11 because of the war. I also learned that girls didn't go to school, they stayed at home and did chores. (Tristen)

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Linda Sue Parks knows Salva because he's a family friend. I think that she wrote the book about him to show people his journey and how things like this happen in the world we live in.

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I learned that life in Sudan was brutal and dangerous.

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I think that she wrote this book to tell the tale of Salva's amazing journey. She also interviewed him

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She knows him because he is a family friend. She wrote the book because she wanted people to think about the people in Sudan and how they were treated.

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i learned that salva had to leave his family at a very young age because of a civil
war

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I leared that there was some  group of kids called the lost boys of sudan

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The culture of South Sudan encompasses the religions, languages, ethnic groups, foods, and traditions of peoples of Southern Sudan.

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The author Linda Sue Park Knows Salva because he's a family friend of hers. Salva met Linda's husband and Linda's husband invited Salva to a party that they're hosting.

Linda sue wrote a Long Walk to Water because she was inspired by Salva's life story and she wanted American readers to see how it is in Sudan. Linda wrote the book about Salva in 1985 and Nay in 2008.

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I learned that in South Sudan the lifestyle is very different from here in Canada. In South Sudan at school if they hear a noise they don't know if it's a gunshot or just a random noise, I also learned that the roads in South Sudan or just dust no sidewalks just dust, in Canada the roads are all pavement and we also have sidewalks. The last thing I learned from the book is that boys age of 10 go to school and the girl stay home and learn from their mom's how to be a mom's, and they have to go get water everyday. In Canada boys and girls all go to school and we don't have to get water from a lake we get it from a sink or a fridge.

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You are destined for greatness. You are stronger than you think. Get out there and go!

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Sometimes it takes longer than expected to get something in your life. You need to work hard to get that thing you want. If you want it that bad anything is possible.

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Never give up Salva. In the end you will find your family and be safe again, and remember to never give up or lose hope in finding your family

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I think that lot's of people don't get everything they want in life which sometime is sad but you have to learn how do deal with it . Salva is going through a lot and he's being brave about this problem. You should have hope in yourself and others no matter what happens. Good and bad happen to everyone.  ANVESHA 

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I think that lot's of people don't get everything they want in life which sometime is sad but you have to learn how do deal with it . Salva is going through a lot and he's being brave about this problem. You should have hope in yourself and others no matter what happens. Good and bad happen to everyone.  ANVESHA 

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You should always hope that you can do something in life, because you may not try it if you don't hope.

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Anything you want in life you can't always get. You have to keep going and work hard so you can achieve your goals. But sometimes it takes longer than you think so don't give and keep trying until you succeed. All you can do it hope, work hard and then you will succeed in whatever it is you want.

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Life is never going to be easy but you will find a way to preserver. If you work hard and and stay positive then you will succeed in life. If at first you don't succeed try, try again.

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Life is not where people tell you what to do you its where you try your best and achieve what you want to achieve. Salva has been passed many obstacles and he has done it by believing in him and his people/tribe.

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In life there are times that you don't know what to do. When that time happens don't panic as it will not help, you should think how the situation can be solved and not what for others to come and help.

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Life is hard half the time, but if you keep working hard I guarantee everything will get better for you.

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Life is not easy, thats why you need to keep on going.

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No matter how bad the situation, you need to have hope and keep trying. If you persevere, you can get through everything!

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If there is one thing to tell you it's is to be very careful. For every step you take look at the cautious side be careful around anything

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Never give up to achieve the goal you are reaching for.Try try again until you are successful

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Work as hard as you can and stay positive. Stay safe and stay close to family.

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I think some words of Encourage for salva are never give up trying and always know it could get worse. God gives the hardest battles to the toughest survivors. In life there is always a chance to make a change.