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“Workers from the International Rescue Committee retell the stories of 18 of the millions of children who, because of war, have fled their homes and are now living in camps in other parts of their own countries, in neighboring countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, or in new homes in the UK and the United States…Contrary to the suggestion of the title, many of these young people do not consider their current residence permanent; they look forward to returning to a homeland free of violence. However, their stories demonstrate their resilience, their enjoyment of new friends, their willingness to work at school and to dream.”

—Kirkus Reviews

Making It Home: Real-Life Stories from Children Forced to Flee

Written by Beverley Naidoo (Introduction by)
Published by Puffin Books

In this inspiring collection, children living all over the world speak about being forced to flee their homes as refugees.

With original, autobiographical accounts, Making It Home gives a poignant voice to the millions of young people whose lives have been disrupted by war but who have escaped. With maps, brief histories of each country, and an eight-page photo insert, this book helps young people understand the world and the children who share the dream of freedom.

Primary ISBN: 9780803730830
Publication Date: September 2005
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older

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Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Refugee, Refugee Camp

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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