"An unforgettable story that subtly addresses the refugee crisis."

Children's Books Ireland

"This warm and touching picturebook, about a child's kindness to another, features children who have crossed a sea from a war to live in a world of tents. Evocative drawings express sadness and hope."

One to Watch Out For in the Sunday Times

"This tender, understated story honors the emotional resilience of young people."

Horn Book Magazine

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"A true celebration of the endless creativity and resilience of children."

Kirkus Reviews

"Spacious, soaring spreads by Egneus add flashes of imaginative escape to the poignant story by Meddour."

Publishers Weekly

"The story has an ageless emotional heart, really, with lovely illustrations, told in a way easily understood by children."

Families Glasgow

"This is a wise, gentle story about the possibility of kindness in even the bleakest situations."

LoveReading4Kids

"As Lubna arrives in the World of Tents, so begins an emotional story about the power of friendship set against the background of the refugee crisis."

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In an unforgettable story that subtly addresses the refugee crisis, a young girl must decide if friendship means giving up the one item that gives her comfort during a time of utter uncertainty. Lubna's best friend is a pebble. She found it on the beach when they arrived in the night, then she fell asleep in Daddy's salty arms. Lubna tells Pebble everything. About home. About her brothers. About the war. Pebble always listens to her stories and smiles when she feels afraid. But when a lost little boy arrives in the World of Tents, Lubna understands that he needs Pebble even more than she does . . .
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Lubna's best friend is a pebble. Lubna tells Pebble everything. About home. About her brothers. About the war. Pebble always listens to her stories and smiles when she feels afraid. But when a lost little boy arrives in the World of Tents, Lubna understands that he needs Pebble even more than she does . . .
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`"An unforgettable story that subtly addresses the refugee crisis."' Children's Books Ireland `"This warm and touching picturebook, about a child's kindness to another, features children who have crossed a sea from a war to live in a world of tents. Evocative drawings express sadness and hope."' One to Watch Out For in the Sunday Times `"This tender, understated story honors the emotional resilience of young people."' Horn Book Magazine `"A true celebration of the endless creativity and resilience of children."' Kirkus Reviews `"Spacious, soaring spreads by Egneus add flashes of imaginative escape to the poignant story by Meddour."' Publishers Weekly `"The story has an ageless emotional heart, really, with lovely illustrations, told in a way easily understood by children."' Families Glasgow `"This is a wise, gentle story about the possibility of kindness in even the bleakest situations."' LoveReading4Kids `"As Lubna arrives in the World of Tents, so begins an emotional story about the power of friendship set against the background of the refugee crisis."' Books for Topics
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An unforgettable story about the power of friendship.
A beautiful story of displacement, friendship and kindness, celebrating the endless creativity and resilience of children. An accessible way into discussing the ongoing refugee crisis with younger readers: it addresses a difficult subject but always stays focused on hope. Shortlisted for the Teach Primary Awards. Wendy Meddour's short, simple and tender sentences pack an emotional punch. Stunning artwork that penetrates the heart, from Daniel Egneus. The author wrote the story when she received funding from the Arts Council to write picture books for vulnerable children.
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WENDY MEDDOUR is the author and illustrator of A Hen in the Wardrobe which won the John C Laurence Award for writing that improves relations between races. It was also shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award for an outstanding first novel. Wendy was brought up in Aberystwyth and spent many years teaching English at Oxford University. She is also the author of the Wendy Quill books and writes and paints from her home in Wiltshire. Daniel Egneus is a multiple award-winning artist known for his rich, magical and vibrant illustration style. He has successfully collaborated with writers such as Neil Gaiman on his American Gods quartet, as well as regularly illlustrating for fashion labels such as Chanel.
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A beautiful story of displacement, friendship and kindness, celebrating the endless creativity and resilience of children. An accessible way into discussing the ongoing refugee crisis with younger readers: it addresses a difficult subject but always stays focused on hope. Shortlisted for the Teach Primary Awards. Wendy Meddour's short, simple and tender sentences pack an emotional punch. Stunning artwork that penetrates the heart, from Daniel Egneus. The author wrote the story when she received funding from the Arts Council to write picture books for vulnerable children.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780192767257
Publisert
2020
Utgiver
Oxford University Press; Oxford University Press
Vekt
162 gr
Høyde
270 mm
Bredde
231 mm
Dybde
3 mm
Aldersnivå
J, 02
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
32

Forfatter
Illustratør

Om bidragsyterne

WENDY MEDDOUR is the author and illustrator of A Hen in the Wardrobe which won the John C Laurence Award for writing that improves relations between races. It was also shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award for an outstanding first novel. Wendy was brought up in Aberystwyth and spent many years teaching English at Oxford University. She is also the author of the Wendy Quill books and writes and paints from her home in Wiltshire. Daniel Egneus is a multiple award-winning artist known for his rich, magical and vibrant illustration style. He has successfully collaborated with writers such as Neil Gaiman on his American Gods quartet, as well as regularly illlustrating for fashion labels such as Chanel.