  | Refugee's journey from Iraq (Leaving my homeland) Author: Rodger, Ellen | |
| Price: $16.77 | ||
Summary:
Zainab has never known peace in her homeland of Iraq. She and her family flee the country after her father is threatened by one of the many groups fighting against the government. Zainab's life is on hold as her family seeks safety in Jordan and, later, the United States. Interspersed with facts about Iraq and its people, this narrative tells a story common to many refugees fleeing the country. Readers will learn about the ongoing conflict in Iraq and how they can help refugees.
Reviews:
School Library Journal (04/01/17)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 04/01/2017 Gr 4–7—First-person stories of refugee experiences are supplemented with comprehensive information about each country's history and the conflicts that have driven people from their homes. Authors objectively describe hardships of war and persecution without sensationalism, and sidebar excerpts from the United Nation's "Rights of the Child" highlight the lack of rights and appalling conditions these children endure. By contrast, the accounts and accompanying photos are somewhat generic, making it hard for readers to connect with the stories. VERDICT A timely but uneven effort that reveals the plight of children affected by the horrors of war; suitable for reports and current events needs. - Copyright 2017 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
