When Stars are Scattered : An 'outstanding and hopeful' graphic novel depicting a child's life in a refugee camp. - Omar Mohamed
Omar Mohamed
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- Pages · 264 pages
- Publication Date · 02/07/2020
- Genre · Interest age: from c 8 years
It may be the best graphic novel I've read.' The Reader Teacher
'This beautiful memoir is not to be missed.' Booklist'A fantastic graphic novel.' New York Times
'An outstanding book.' LoveReading*SHORTLISTED - UKLA BOOK AWARDS*A heart-wrenching true story about life in a Kenyan refugee camp that will restore your faith in real-life happy endings. Omar and his brother Hassan, two Somali boys, have spent a long time in the Dadaab refugee camp. Separated from their mother, they are looked after by a friendly stranger. Life in the camp isn't always easy. The hunger is constant . . . but there's football to look forward to, and now there's a chance Omar will get to go to school . . . With a heart-wrenching fairytale ending, this incredible true story is brought to life by Victoria's stunning illustrations. This book perfectly depicts life in a refugee camp for 8-12 year olds. Reader reviews:'It is a rare thing to find a book that can change your view of the world.' ★★★★★ 'It didn't take me long to realise I was reading something very special indeed.' ★★★★★ 'This should be in every school in the country. Wonderful, wonderful.' ★★★★★ 'A beautiful book with a beautiful message.' ★★★★★
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