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Beautiful exploration of difficult topic. Was given as a gift and parents said they were happy to have it as a tool to talk to their children about this topic.

Beautiful illustrations.

Absolutely beautiful book based on a family and the circumstances they find themselves in that leads to loss and migration. I used this in a lesson observation and both the children and the adults observing loved it.

This beautifully illustrated book is based on the stories of real people who had to leave their homes to find safety in other countries. The story is told by a young child. Their country has been affected by war. After their father is killed, the family are frightened. They have to make a very difficult decision. The child’s mother has to take the family to live in a safer place so they pack up all their things, say goodbye to their friends and begin the long journey. This book is useful for introducing young readers to the concept of refugees and why they have been forced to leave their homes. The author’s illustrations show the fear and danger that refugees face without showing more realistic scenes which could be too scary for little children. Just like the migrating birds that Francesca Sanna has drawn, the family have had to leave the harsh conditions at home so that they can survive. I like the colourful illustrations of birds and animals which show the hope that the family have as they search for a safe place and a new life.

This book is incredibly powerful. I bought it for my 6 year old son as I was looking for some ideas to explain to him why I don’t like war games (all the rage with 6 year old boys I know.. I didn’t want to ruin the fun but I did think it was a good time to explain my point of view without judgment). It was a lot more dark and upsetting than I anticipated and had I read it without him first I probably would have chosen to leave it a few years. As things turned out he had out of the amazon box and ready to read before I knew it, so we did. I cried! And felt angry about the refugee crisis. He was totally able for it and I could see the empathy and understanding in his eyes, as well as reasoning and with that the desire to discuss possible solutions, even if we couldn’t change of fix anything. A much more emotionally mature reaction than mine! Sometimes we really do underestimate children! This book is beautifully written and illustrated. And it has also now inspired a friend of mine’s research topic in her Children’s Rights Masters!

This book takes a tough subject and deals with it within a very smart book full of beautiful illustrations - it doesn't sugar coat this issue and has an important place in sharing with children either in schools or in the home to raise awareness.

This book is a very thoughtful and insightful book that is an excellent book to read to your class. It's illustrations are interesting and the story creates lots of discussion.

I chose this book for world book Day as I wanted to teach the children about the journeys of refugees. They were booked start to finish and it was real eye opener for many! Great book with great illustrations.

Das Buch spricht ein kompliziertes Thema an. Die Illustrationen sind sehr ausgefallen und die Farben unterstützen das Verstehenndes Inhaltes. Definitiv ein guter Anfang um bei Kindern interkulturelle Kompetenzen aufzubauen. Dir Qualität des Buches ist sehr gut. Das Papier ist dick und robust. Ich denke das Buch hält einige Kinderhände aus.

店で、和訳の本を見て絵が綺麗で気に入って購入しようと探しました。 文章より絵がメインで欲しかったので、英文でしたがこちらを購入しました。 しかし和訳の本と紙の質？が違うからか、発色が悪くイラストのクオリティーが下がってしまい、とても残念でした。

I purchased this book as part of a graduate literature course, which focuses on picture books and children's literature. This is probably one of the most emotionally gripping tales I've ever read in a children's book. While a child might have a bit of difficulty understanding the underlying messages that are being told, the overall message of the struggles that some people in other places of the world experience, is easy to grasp. I'd recommend this book to anyone wanting to introduce their child to themes in the world to make them more aware of the hardships others might experience in their lives. I'd also recommend people of all ages read this book, as the art style is lovely, and the story is compelling. Took me about 5 minutes to get through, short and sweet. If I could wipe my memory of the book, and buy it again, I would.

Il prodotto è arrivato nei tempi di consegna previsti ed in ottime condizioni. Trovo che sia un libro fantastico. La grana della carta, la copertina cartonata, la trama, i disegnii: tutto mi ha stregata! Una storia molto attuale rappresentata con eleganza e dolcezza dalla fantastica Francesca Sanna. Lo consiglio agli appassionati di illustrazione ma anche come regalo per i più piccini.

Volevo comprare questo libro alla Fiera di Illustrazione a bologna, ma non è disponibile. alla fina l'ho trovato qui e il prezzo è comodo, e ne ho comprato 2. Un bello libro.