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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in stories that explore themes of ambition and resilience. It follows a young boy determined to overcome societal barriers and achieve his dreams, making it an inspiring read for those who appreciate tales of personal growth and the power of education.
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From the internationally bestselling author of Amal Unbound comes a delightful companion novel featuring a new lead character, Omar.
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In this compelling companion to the New York Times bestseller Amal Unbound, Omar finds a way to change the corrupt system in his new school.
Omar, the son of a servant, is thrilled when he gets a scholarship to an elite school. But he's not so thrilled when he finds out that the school weeds out kids like him by requiring them to get higher grades than fee-paying kids—so it's almost impossible for scholarship students to graduate. On top of that, they aren't allowed to join clubs or teams, and have to do menial chores. It's a good thing Omar has learnt to hold on to his dreams. With the help of his friend Amal and his new schoolmates—and with the threat of expulsion looming over him—he sets out to do what seems impossible: change a rigged system.
Omar Rising is an exciting middle-grade story about student activism, believing in yourself, and fighting for justice.
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Omar Rising by Aisha Saeed is described as irresistibly appealing and genuinely inspiring, encouraging readers to see the world with clarity and recognise their potential to instigate change.
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ISBN: 9781911231400
Publisher: Text Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 31 March 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Text Publishing
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Aisha Saeed, the Pakistani-American author of the New York Times bestseller Amal Unbound, is also a teacher and attorney. As one of the founding members of the We Need Diverse Books Campaign, she is helping to change the conversation about diversity in literature. Aisha lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and sons.
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