By Katie Daynes, Ashe de Sousa (author) , Oksana Drachkovska (illustrator) Part of the Questions and Answers series
"Beautifully presented, a very well thought out information book on one of the most important topics of our times"
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At a time when public discourse about refugees presents those seeking safety or a better future as some kind of threat, this book explains the reasons that make them take such dangerous journeys, describes the multitude of challenges they face, and helps readers see them as people just like us. It does this by posing questions children will have, from why do people become refugees, to what is life like in a refugee camp, to why aren’t we all treated the same.
Clear, thoughtful answers are found by lifting flaps. The ability to choose which questions to ask gives young readers agency and lets them proceed at the pace that suits them. The topic is big, complicated, often very sad, but language and approach are perfect for its audience.
In addition to general information, there are personal details from real refugees including six-year-old Omran, who describes what items he took with him when he left his home.
The illustrations are by Ukrainian artist Oksana Drachkovska and remind us on every page of the real individuals who form the 100 million displaced people currently in the world.
It concludes with a ‘things to talk about’ page, including the reminder that we all have roots in other countries. A timely, brilliantly presented and very important book for young children.
With simple, direct questions, thoughtful, compassionate answers and stunning illustrations by the Ukrainian artist Oksana Drachkovska, this book explores what it really means to be a refugee.
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Written with advice from the Refugee Council and drawing on conversations with refugees and aid workers from around the world, the questions cover all stages of a refugee's journey, from fleeing danger and embarking on hazardous journeys, to seeking asylum and struggling to find a new place to call home.
The language and scenes have been carefully considered to be appropriate for younger children, providing an extremely useful educational tool for families and schools.
Katie Daynes (Senior Editor) has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.
Find her on Instagram @katiemdaynes
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With simple, direct questions, thoughtful, compassionate answers and stunning illustrations by the Ukrainian artist Oksana Drachkovska, this book explores what it really means to be a refugee. Written with advice from the Refugee Council and drawing on conversations with refugees and aid workers from around the world, the questions cover all stages of a refugee's journey, from fleeing danger and embarking on hazardous journeys, to seeking asylum and struggling to find a new place to call home.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Refugees and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Refugees features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, PSHE: Multiculturalism, Diversity and Inclusion, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Reference Works, Star Books, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Refugees was written by Katie Daynes, Ashe de Sousa and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd
Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Refugees has 11 pages
Yes it is part of Questions and Answers series
£9.89, reduced from £10.99. In Stock.
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