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4.47 AVERAGE
4.47 AVERAGE
I am waffling between three and four stars on this one. This is a lovely little book. The main character is highly relatable. The book is well written and thoughtful. It strikes a good balance. I very much enjoyed it.
I’m not in love the new fad of writing children’s books in verse. So-so verse at that. But I can understand why it can be a good thing, depending on the reader. It definitely makes the book more approachable for struggling readers without reverting to being babyish and oversimplified.
I’m not in love the new fad of writing children’s books in verse. So-so verse at that. But I can understand why it can be a good thing, depending on the reader. It definitely makes the book more approachable for struggling readers without reverting to being babyish and oversimplified.
That they all see people like me
and think
violence
sadness
war.
and think
violence
sadness
war.
Loved this. Great characters and story. The free verse form was powerful and beautiful. There were a few quotes that made me just sit and drink in.
This is a novel in verse about a middle school girl who has to leave Syria for the U.S.
The main character, Jude, must adjust to a new life living with her uncle, American-born aunt, and their daughter, as well as starting school in a new country where she is not fluent in the language.
I loved this book and its characters. Jude goes through some emotional realizations and has to navigate her way around prejudices and finding where she belongs.
My favorite parts were after she started wearing the hijab; as a read-aloud, it brought up great discussion about Islam, muslim women and religion in general.
Perfect for 5th-8th grades
The main character, Jude, must adjust to a new life living with her uncle, American-born aunt, and their daughter, as well as starting school in a new country where she is not fluent in the language.
I loved this book and its characters. Jude goes through some emotional realizations and has to navigate her way around prejudices and finding where she belongs.
My favorite parts were after she started wearing the hijab; as a read-aloud, it brought up great discussion about Islam, muslim women and religion in general.
Perfect for 5th-8th grades
This book was simply stunning - it was a perfect choice for a novel in verse because the language was poetic and invited space for processing from the reader. It shows you America from the perspective of someone moving here as a refugee in both funny and heartbreaking ways. The kindly ESL teacher and Jude's relationship with her mother in light of her pregnancy were some of the highlights for me. Highly recommended.
This story was absolutely beautiful. It tells the story of a Syrian girl who moves to America with her mother. It explains her love of home and her new life. It also explains what it is like to be Muslim in America. Absolutely beautiful.
challenging
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I read this book mostly on the first day of Trump's second presidency.
The author's closing note talks about our growing need for empathy, generosity, and love. And that we do not need to be afraid of children fleeing from war zones.
This book made me realize that I want to share more widely the books that inspire me to help make this world a more kind, loving, and just place.
The story of Jude is one of those stories. Beautifully written, short and impactful - showing our shared humane experiences.
The author's closing note talks about our growing need for empathy, generosity, and love. And that we do not need to be afraid of children fleeing from war zones.
This book made me realize that I want to share more widely the books that inspire me to help make this world a more kind, loving, and just place.
The story of Jude is one of those stories. Beautifully written, short and impactful - showing our shared humane experiences.