A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story

A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park tells the alternating stories of two Sudanese children: Nya, a girl in 2008 who walks hours each day to fetch water for her family, and Salva, a boy in 1985 who becomes one of Sudan’s “lost boys” after war forces him to flee his village. Facing hunger, violence, and deadly dangers, Salva’s journey of survival and perseverance ultimately connects with Nya’s in a powerful and unexpected way. Based on a true story, this inspiring novel highlights hope, resilience, and the life-changing impact of access to clean water.