From Far Away
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Description
When Saoussan immigrated with her family from war-torn Lebanon, she was only seven years old. This picture book tells the story of how she had to adjust to her new home in Canada. She describes the frustration of not understanding the teacher when she started school, not knowing how to ask to go to the bathroom, and being terrified of a Hallowe'en skeleton. This is the perfect book to help kids empathize with immigrant children whose experiences are very similar to Saoussan's.
Product Details
Price
$9.95
$9.25
Publisher
Annick Press
Publish Date
August 08, 2017
Pages
32
Dimensions
9.0 X 8.8 X 0.2 inches | 0.3 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9781554519392
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About the Author
Saoussan Askar was born in Lebanon during the civil war, and immigrated with her family to Toronto in 1989. From Far Away was first published when she was in grade five.
Robert Munsch, author of such classics as The Paper Bag Princess, Love You Forever, and Thomas' Snowsuit, is one of North America's bestselling authors of children's books.
Rebecca Green is an illustrator of many children's and middle grade books, including How to Be a Good Creature, The Unicorn in the Barn, Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea, Madame Saqui, and From Far Away. She resides with her husband and their lovely animals, Mori and Junie B. Visit her at myblankpaper.com.
Reviews
Praise for the original edition: "... takes on a difficult theme and communicates it effectively on a child's level. A good choice for classes discussing the immigrant experience." --School Library Journal
[From Far Away] "... takes on a difficult theme and communicates it effectively on a child's level. A good choice for classes discussing the immigrant experience." --School Library Journal
[From Far Away] "... takes on a difficult theme and communicates it effectively on a child's level. A good choice for classes discussing the immigrant experience." --School Library Journal
