Muzoon by Muzoon Almellehan

Muzoon

A Syrian Refugee Speaks Out

Muzoon Almellehan, Wendy Pearlman

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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About this book

“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 & Emigration85%
Social Activist Biographies for Kids59%
The Middle East31%

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