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Inspired by true events in North Korea, The Rice Man is a powerful, beautifully illustrated story that gives children a unique perspective into life in a world where choice and freedom are not guaranteed. The story follows a young boy who is assigned an unusual job: to inspect grains of rice, one by one, for his country's leader. Every day, he follows orders without question. But in his heart, he begins to imagine a different world. Through small acts of resistance and creativity, the boy discovers how to hold on to hope. The Rice Man is a thought-provoking picture book that introduces children to: Life in North Korea and how it differs from their own The value of gratitude, freedom, and individual thought How creativity can become a form of courage This story encourages conversations with children about the right to choose, the right to speak freely, and the right to dream. These are everyday freedoms that many children enjoy without question, making this story a powerful way to reflect on what it means to live freely.

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