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A migrating swallow and a migrant girl cross paths while looking for a place to call home.A bird so small that it fits in your hand flies halfway around the world looking for a place to nest, while a young girl from northern Africa flees halfway around the world looking for safety. This is the story of Bird. This is the story of Leila. This is the story of a chance encounter and a long journey home.North Somerset Teachers Book Awards shortlist. Kate Greenaway Medal Nomination."Beneath the surface, one can find many opportunities for a deep conversation about belonging, welcoming, and freedom from oppression and danger"--Youth Book Review Services"A delicate and touching little tale that packs its powerful message inside a velvet glove. Do yourselves a favor and order a copy now"--The Letterpress Project"A beautiful exploration of friendship, the parallel migrations of Bird and Leila, and the welcome they receive in their new home. Perfect for developing empathy and compassion"--Library Girl and Book Boy

ISBN-13

9781911373674

ISBN-10

1911373676

Weight

0.82 Pounds

Dimensions

8.20 x 0.50 x 10.40 In

List Price

$17.99

Format

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Language

English

Pages

40 pages

Publisher

Lantana Publishing

Published On

2020-03-03



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