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The Boy at the Back of the Class

by Onjali Q. Raúf
₱589.05
The Boy at the Back of the Class - Thryft
The Boy at the Back of the Class - Thryft

Heartfelt tale of friendship amidst refugee crisis.

This book is more than just a story—it's a lesson in empathy and activism tailored for young hearts. As you follow the journey of Ahmet and the class's mission to help him, you'll be reminded of the beauty and strength found in kindness and teamwork. It's a warm, approachable introduction to serious global issues, seen through a lens that balances innocence with awareness.

  • Blue Peter Book Award for Best Story (2019)
  • Deutscher Hörbuchpreis for Bestes Kinderhörbuch (2021)
  • Jhalak Prize Nominee (2019)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Boy at the Back of the Class

by Onjali Q. Raúf
₱589.05
ISBN: 9781984850812
Authors: Onjali Q. Raúf
Publisher: Yearling
Date of Publication: 2020-07-28
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Young Adult, Contemporary
Related Topics: Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.4
(rated by 12375 readers)

Description

In the vein of timely titles such as Katherine Applegate's Wishtree and Alan Gratz's Refugee comes a touching, accessible middle-grade debut about the ongoing Syrian refugee crisis, as well as the life-changing power of friendship and standing as an ally. There used to be an empty chair at the back of Mrs. Khan's classroom, but on the third Tuesday of the school year a new kid fills it: nine-year-old Ahmet, a Syrian refugee. The whole class is curious about this new boy--he doesn't seem to smile, and he doesn't talk much. But after learning that Ahmet fled a Very Real War" and was separated from his family along the way, a determined group of his classmates band together to concoct the Greatest Idea in the World--a magnificent plan to reunite Ahmet with his loved ones. Balancing humor and heart, this relatable story about the refugee crisis from the perspective of kids highlights the community-changing potential of standing as an ally and reminds readers that everyone deserves a place to call home. Overall Winner of the 2019 Waterstones Children's Book Prize Winner of the 2019 Blue Peter Book Award "Tearjerking and chuckle-inducing. . . . Above all it celebrates the power of kindness." -- The Sunday Post (Scotland) "Inspiring and sweet. . . . This is a beautiful, open-hearted debut from Onjali Q Ra
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Well Read Condition

This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Heartfelt tale of friendship amidst refugee crisis.

This book is more than just a story—it's a lesson in empathy and activism tailored for young hearts. As you follow the journey of Ahmet and the class's mission to help him, you'll be reminded of the beauty and strength found in kindness and teamwork. It's a warm, approachable introduction to serious global issues, seen through a lens that balances innocence with awareness.

  • Blue Peter Book Award for Best Story (2019)
  • Deutscher Hörbuchpreis for Bestes Kinderhörbuch (2021)
  • Jhalak Prize Nominee (2019)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.