The Boy At the Back of the Class

Name: The Boy At the Back of the Class
Brand: Hachette Children's Group
SKU: 9781510105010
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By Onjali Q. Raúf

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( 13,247 ratings, 1,747 reviews)

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The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. Raúf is a heartwarming children's novel that follows a group of classmates who become curious and welcoming when a new boy, Ahmet, joins their class. Through their growing friendship, they learn about Ahmet's journey as a refugee and embark on a mission to help reunite him with his family. This poignant story highlights themes of friendship, empathy, and the power of kindness amidst adversity.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate heartwarming stories that tackle themes of friendship, kindness, and empathy. It offers a unique perspective through the eyes of a young child who befriends a new student with a mysterious past, providing a touching exploration of inclusivity and the power of human connection. Perfect for young readers interested in meaningful adventures that inspire compassion and understanding.

The Boy At the Back of the Class

Told with heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class is a child's perspective on the refugee crisis, highlighting the importance of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn't always make sense.

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WINNER OF THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD 2019

WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE 2019

SHORTLISTED FOR THE JHALAK PRIZE 2019

Told with heart and humour, The Boy At the Back of the Class is a child's perspective on the refugee crisis, highlighting the importance of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn't always make sense.

There used to be an empty chair at the back of my class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it.

He's nine years old (just like me), but he's very strange. He never talks and never smiles and doesn't like sweets - not even lemon sherbets, which are my favourite!

But then I learned the truth: Ahmet really isn't very strange at all. He's a refugee who's run away from a War. A real one. With bombs and fires and bullies that hurt people. And the more I find out about him, the more I want to help.

That's where my best friends Josie, Michael and Tom come in. Because you see, together we've come up with a plan...

With beautiful illustrations by Pippa Curnick

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The book presents a heartfelt and humorous narrative, restoring faith in humanity by addressing the refugee crisis from a child's perspective. It highlights the story of Ahmet, a Syrian refugee in London, navigating his new environment and the kindness of classmates who devise a plan to help him reunite with his family. The novel celebrates friendship and courage, inviting young readers to engage in meaningful conversations about empathy and diversity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510105010

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Pippa Curnick
Illustrated by Pippa Curnick

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Onjali Q. Rauf (Author)

Onjali Q Rauf's first book, The Boy at the Back of the Class, was Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2019, the Blue Peter Book Prize 2019 and other accolades.

Rauf's second book, The Star Outside My Window, went on to win the Diversity Book Award for Children's Fiction (UK) 2020.

Further titles include The Night Bus Hero, The Great Food Bank Heist, The Lion Above the Door, Where Magic Grows and Hope on the Horizon.

In 2022, Rauf was recognised for her services to Literature and Women's Rights in the New Year Honours.

Pippa Curnick (Illustrator)

Pippa Curnick grew up in rural Essex and studied at Camberwell College of Art. She graduated from the University of Derby with a First Class degree in illustration. Pippa's picture book Lucie Goose was shortlisted for the Evening Standard's Oscar's First Book Prize. Her website is www.pippacurnick.com and you can follow her on Insta @pippa_curnick and on Twitter @PippaCurnick