"Refugee children explain in their own words and pictures their thoughts, feelings and experiences about having to flee from their home countries. . . . this highly emotive title focuses on three current refugee crises in Syria, South Sudan and Central America. Aimed at readers age 14+, the book gives background information about how each crisis came about, why families had to flee and what life is like for them now is given in a clear and easy-to-understand way. Children from refugee camps were asked to draw about their experiences of having to flee their home countries"--OCLC.
When her little sister, Akeer, becomes sick when they are returning home from the water hole, Nya must carry her and the water back to their village, one step at a time.
"Engaging images accompany information about South Sudan. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.
Describes the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of Sudan and Southern Sudan. Features color photographs, a calendar of festivals, recipes, a glossary, project and report ideas, a chronology, and further resources.
Offers an overview of the history of Sudan and the origins of the conflict that has divided the region and the impact that conflict has had on the country's people; discusses the issues of citizenship, security, and oil field management that rose from South Sudan's 2011 change to an independent nation; and discusses the human rights crisis in Darfur.
