When Stars are Scattered : An ‘outstanding and hopeful’ graphic novel depicting a child’s life in a refugee camp. – 9780571363858

It may be the best graphic novel I’ve read.’ The Reader Teacher’This beautiful memoir is not to be missed.’ Booklist’A fantastic graphic novel.’ New York Times’An outstanding book.’ LoveReading*SHORTLISTED – UKLA BOOK AWARDS*A heart-wrenching true story about life in a Kenyan refugee camp that will restore your faith in real-life happy endings. Omar and his brother Hassan, two Somali boys, have spent a long time in the Dadaab refugee camp. Separated from their mother, they are looked after by a friendly stranger.

Life in the camp isn’t always easy. The hunger is constant . .

. but there’s football to look forward to, and now there’s a chance Omar will get to go to school . .

. With a heart-wrenching fairytale ending, this incredible true story is brought to life by Victoria’s stunning illustrations. This book perfectly depicts life in a refugee camp for 8-12 year olds.

Reader reviews:’It is a rare thing to find a book that can change your view of the world.’ ?????’It didn’t take me long to realise I was reading something very special indeed.’ ?????’This should be in every school in the country. Wonderful, wonderful.’ ?????’A beautiful book with a beautiful message.’ ?????