How an Act of Kindness Changed a Young Refugee’s Life
Written by Patricia McCormick & Mevan Babakar, Illustrated by Yas Imamura
The Bicycle is the story of a young refugee girl who is forced to flee with her family by the Iraqi government. She has to leave everything behind and feels very sad and alone. Her family is forced from one country to another until they finally find a home where they feel safe and welcome. A small act of kindness changes this girl’s life forever. This book was great from a young refugee’s perspective to give other students a small glimpse of the many challenges that refugees face. I love the message it shares about kindness and just how powerful one act of kindness can be.
Reviewed by Laura Schmidt, Librarian, Fox Hills Elementary
Review shared in November 2024
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5 stars)
Interest Level: Grades 2-3
The Bicycle: How an Act of Kindness Changed a Young Refugee’s Life
Written by Patricia McCormick& Mevan Babakar, Illustrated by Yas Imamura
Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
40 pages
Release Date: May 7, 2024
ISBN: 9780063056992
A review copy was provided by the publisher.
