Monday, 25 November 2013

A True Story From Afghanistan


Nasreen's Secret School - Jeanette Winter
Based on a true story, set in Afghanistan during the Taliban regime, in 1996-2001.  Nasreen's parents are taken away by the Taliban and she stops speaking. Her grandmother desperately enrolls her in a secret school for girls.  A new friend, a devoted teacher and the world of books finally encourages Nasreen to talk.   Excellent text, lovely illustrations.
This book opened up a totally new world to my children and there was much to discuss, the Taliban, persecution, the importance of education, Afghanistan history and achievements, people's determination to overcome adversity.  5 Star
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4 comments:

  1. Karen @ Pieces of Contentment26 November 2013 at 11:47

    Just reserved it form the library....thank you!

    I only realised recently that you were reviewing books from our library - now I pay more attention.

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  2. Erin26 November 2013 at 15:58

    Karen
    assume all books are from the library, when it is a mix from my home library and town library I will asterix town library books. You are of course welcome to borrow any of our books too:) Let me know what you think of Nasreen.

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  3. Karen @ Pieces of Contentment27 November 2013 at 08:32

    Thanks Erin. Enjoyed Ramadan Moon and have just reserved Hiding from the Nazis.

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  4. Erin27 November 2013 at 09:56

    Karen
    Great to hear! Thanks for the feedback:):)

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