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Anisa's Alphabet

By Mike Dumbleton
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Anisa's Alphabet by Mike Dumbleton is a poignant children's book that follows Anisa, a young refugee, as she journeys through the alphabet recounting her experiences. Each letter represents a part of her journey filled with hope, challenges, and resilience as she seeks a new beginning. Through its engaging narrative, the book aims to foster empathy and understanding of the refugee experience.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate beautifully illustrated children's stories that combine the alphabet with a narrative about resilience and hope. It traces the journey of a young girl encountering challenges and triumphs, making it a meaningful read for young audiences who love stories of courage and adventure.

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For many refugees the alphabet represents the start of a new language and a new future, but Anisa's Alphabet is different.

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A 2021 CBCA Notable Book: Picture Book

Shortlisted for the 2021 West Australian Young Readers' Book Awards (WAYRBA)

Age range 3 to 6

For many refugees, the alphabet represents the start of a new language and a new future, but Anisa's Alphabet is different.

A poignant and highly imaginative telling of one girl's story which will appeal to children and adults alike... Come with Anisa, and see things through her eyes.

In this picture book, Anisa takes the reader through the alphabet, describing her journey from an unnamed war-torn country to a refugee camp, then on to an overcrowded boat towards supposed freedom and security.

'In this picture book, Anisa takes the reader through the alphabet, describing her journey from an unnamed war-torn country to a refugee camp, then on to an overcrowded boat towards supposed freedom and security... Prolific writer Mike Dumbleton and well-known illustrator Hannah Sommerville have taken on a weighty topic here and have produced a good quality book.' - Katie Haydon, Books+Publishing

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922858269

Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Hannah Sommerville
  • Illustrated by Hannah Sommerville

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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