The Torch of Mango

Name: The Torch of Mango
Author: Nhã Thuyên

by Nhã Thuyên

Ages 3–76 min readCourage & Being BraveFree to read

Story about three little friends going out one night.

A reassuring, giggly night-time story where a clever girl's little torch turns every scary shadow into something silly and harmless, and quietly wins the teasing boys over.

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Written by Nhã Thuyên

License: CC BY 4.0

Source: Global Digital Library

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Questions to talk about together

Why did the boys laugh at Mango for bringing her torch?
What scary things did Mango's light turn out to really be?
What helps you feel braver when it is dark?

The Torch of Mango

Credits & license

Questions to talk about together

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