
Muzoon
A Syrian Refugee Speaks Out
Random House Children's Books · Print & ebook · May 23, 2023
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- Who it’s for
- A personal account of displacement makes the fight for education feel immediate.
- Themes
- Refugee displacement, Education advocacy, Girls’ rights
- Genres
- Social Activist Biographies for Kids, Immigration & Emigration, The Middle East
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“Muzoon takes readers on her perilous and ultimately hopeful journey from refugee child to advocate for others in need.” —Malala Yousafzai, bestselling author and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize When her family had to flee Syria, 14-year-old Muzoon was told to pack only the most essential things—and so she packed her schoolbooks.
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This is the inspiring true story of a Syrian refugee who fought hard for what she needed—and grew into one of the world's leading advocates for education. This eye-opening memoir tells the story of a young girl's life in Syria, her family's wrenching decision to leave their home, and the upheaval of life in a refugee camp. Though her life had utterly changed, one thing remained the same. She knew that education was the key to a better future—for herself, and so that she could help her country. She went from tent to tent in the camp, trying to convince other kids, especially girls, to come to school. And her passion and dedication soon had people calling her the "Malala of Syria." Muzoon has grown into an internationally recognized advocate for refugees, for education, and for the rights of girls and women, and is now a UNICEF goodwill ambassador—the first refugee to play that role. Muzoon's story is absolutely riveting and will inspire young readers to use their own voices and stand up for what they believe in.
Education Through Upheaval
A personal account of displacement makes the fight for education feel immediate.
Come here for
- A memoir rooted in a Syrian family’s flight and life in a refugee camp.
- Education as a thread through upheaval and advocacy.
Expect
- A young advocate’s path from refugee child to international voice.
- A determined account of schooling, girls’ rights, and hope.
Where it sits
| Immigration & Emigration | 85% |
|---|---|
| Social Activist Biographies for Kids | 59% |
| The Middle East | 31% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Social Activist Biographies for Kids
- The Middle East
- Immigration & Emigration
- Authors
- Muzoon Almellehan, Wendy Pearlman
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Published
- May 23, 2023
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Refugee displacement · Education advocacy · Girls’ rights
- Reading lane
- Social Activist Biographies for Kids