When Stars are Scattered by Jamieson, Victoria (9780571363858) | Browns Books
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When Stars are Scattered : An 'outstanding and hopeful' graphic novel depicting a child's life in a refugee camp.

Jamieson, VictoriaMohamed, OmarGeddy, Iman(Illustrated by)Jamieson, Victoria(Illustrated by)
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'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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Product Details
Faber & Faber
0571363857 / 9780571363858
Paperback / softback
741.5
02/07/2020
United Kingdom
English
Graphic novels
272 pages : chiefly illustrations
21 cm
Quiz No: 239350, Points 4.00, Book Level 3.70,
Middle Years - Key Stage 2 Learn More

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