And this book gives no indication of the refugee experience. It's so vague in its descriptions. It's so vague in every way. And it makes the whole thing seem more like an adventure - almost a holiday - than an experience caused by conflict and desperation. I'm also puzzled by why they seemed to leave grandma behind! The message, the kids may call you refugee, but remember *points to the title*, your name isn't refugee. Clear, moving illustrations complement this simple, touching book that explains the refugee crisis in an accessible way. Young readers are asked direct questions at each stage of the boy's journey to help them think about the challenges faced by a displaced child. A powerful and moving exploration that draws the young reader into each stage of the journey, inviting the chance to imagine the decisions he or she would make. From the winner of the V&A Student Illustration Award 2016. the mother tells her son that, though he will be called ‘refugee’, that is not his name. The message is that becoming a refugee does not change who he is as a person;

My name is not Refugee’ has been curated by Elizabeth Curry, Münevver Gülsen Ülker, Samia, Diego Robirosa and Mr and Mrs Al-Chahin, working together with many more clients of and volunteers from Refugee Action Colchester, a voluntary organisation working with refugees, asylum seekers and people with no access to public funds. Buy from our bookstore and 25% of the cover price will be given to a school of your choice to buy more books. *15% of eBooks. Home > Kate Milner ( @ABagForKatie) studied illustration at Central St Martin’s, and has just completed an MA in Children’s Book Illustration at Anglia Ruskin University. Her work has been published in magazines concerned with Housing, Law and Business; and her illustrations and prints have been shown in London galleries and national touring exhibitions. She is the recipient of the 2016 V&A Student Illustrator of the Year Award. The refugee crisis is a sensitive topic to teach young children. To help you teach young learners about the crisis in a thoughtful way, our experienced team of teachers and designers have put together engaging resources and lesson materials.

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Armistice Day: A Collection of Remembrance - Spark Interest and Educate Children about Historical Moments In this increasingly complex and difficult world we live in, I've been looking for books that help to explain and support younger readers. They have often proven of immense value to myself and the dual appeal of texts like this to both adult and child cannot be ignored. Step towards children's books if you're struggling to find answers; there's something to be said for the pure poetics and the stylistic truths that can exist in this space. World Refugee Day is celebrated on June 20 of each year. It's designed to honour all refugees around the globe and recognise their strength and courage. My name is not Refugee’ has been curated by Elizabeth Curry, Münevver Gülsen Ülker, Samia, Diego Robirosa and Mr and Mrs Al-Chahin, working together with many more clients of and volunteers from Refugee Action Colchester.

You can read about more about this in the Independent article following Kate’s win of the V&A awards) One of the most effective illustrations for me was the one of the boy and his mum joining the line of endless people waiting. children write about how they felt when listening to the story and illustrate their work. What part of the story made them feel that way? Why? A powerful and moving exploration that draws the young reader into each stage of the journey, inviting the chance to imagine the decisions he or she would make.But I am more than happy to read this book. It tells us the story of a little boy who has to leave his home, most of his family. He is going on a big trip with his mom, and she explains to him all he can expect. From tiny beds, to lots of lorries and cars, to strange food and strange words, to new friendship. I loved how the mom took her time to explain everything to the little boy, held him tight, hugged him a lot, and made sure he was knowledgeable about the journey. Good job mom! Here are some of out favourite books that are perfect for pupils in Reception and Year 1 to read during the Autumn term. The main themes in this book are attachment, loss, journeys but also new beginning and relationships. It showed that although you may leave what is familiar to you behind, that there can be good things on the horizon too; even if they seem a little abstract at first. World Refugee Day is an international day of observance, held on June 20 each year. The day is dedicated to helping raise awareness and build a greater understanding of the situations which affect humans all over the world.