elementarybookworm's review against another edition
5.0
I think I've found my new read aloud for next month. As we move towards our last social studies unit (1975-present), I was looking for a current events tie-in. This is perfect. My 5th graders won't be able contain the,selves once we've read the first chapter.
jillcd's review against another edition
4.0
This gives insight into the lives of the Syrian refugees. A touchingly sad book of hope and resilience, this makes for a good discussion book with the right students. Grades 6 and up.
librarydose's review against another edition
3.0
A tough but important read for anyone wanting to understand the experience of Syrian families forced to flee their war town country. If you saw the devastating picture of that Syrian child on the beach, this story felt like a direct explanation for how he potentially ended up there.
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jaijai's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book. Omg, like Jane Mitchell knew exactly how much sadness to add in. I was almost crying by the end. It was amazing how she used all real life people who had died as her characters. I was really happy that in the book, Galib and his family made it to Greece but so sad that Alan and Galib drowned trying to get to Greece in real life. Hope more books are like this such as: Refugee, etc.
sharon_drummond's review against another edition
4.0
Readers will get wrapped up in Ghalib’s story. The language in this book is straightforward enough for a middle-grade audience, but the ideas will allow for rich discussion.
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