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No Ballet Shoes in Syria

By Catherine Bruton
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No Ballet Shoes in Syria by Catherine Bruton is a heartfelt children's book that follows the journey of Aya, a young Syrian refugee who finds solace and expression through ballet. As she navigates the challenges of adapting to life in the UK, Aya discovers both the power of dance and the kindness of strangers. Her passion for ballet becomes a beacon of hope, helping her to heal and dream of a brighter future amidst the hardships of displacement.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt stories involving themes of resilience, hope, and cultural exploration. It follows a young Syrian refugee who finds solace and new possibilities in ballet despite the challenges of adapting to a new life. Tapping into the transformative power of the arts, it beautifully portrays the strength of the human spirit.

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With beautiful, captivating writing, wonderfully authentic ballet detail, and an important message championing the rights of refugees, this is classic storytelling - filled with warmth, hope and humanity.

With beautiful, captivating writing, wonderfully authentic ballet detail, and an important message championing the rights of refugees, this is classic storytelling - filled with warmth, hope and humanity.

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No Ballet Shoes in Syria tells the poignant story of Aya, an eleven-year-old girl who has just arrived in Britain with her mum and baby brother, seeking asylum from the ravages of war in Syria.

Upon discovering a local ballet class, Aya's exceptional talent is quickly recognised by a formidable dance teacher who believes she has the potential to secure a prestigious ballet scholarship.

Simultaneously, Aya and her family face the daunting challenge of winning the right to remain in the country, striving to build a new home while desperately searching for Aya's father, from whom they were separated during their perilous journey from Syria.

Through beautiful, captivating writing and authentic ballet details, No Ballet Shoes in Syria delivers a powerful message championing the rights of refugees. It is classic storytelling full of warmth, hope, and humanity.

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No Ballet Shoes in Syria by Catherine Bruton has been praised for its poignant and touching narrative that intertwines themes of hope, resilience, and the refugee experience with the universal appeal of ballet. Reviewers commend the book for its empathetic portrayal of the protagonist, a young Syrian girl, and its ability to address complex issues in a manner accessible to young readers. The writing is often described as powerful, with characters that are compelling and realistic, making it a notable addition to children’s literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788004503

Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Nosy Crow Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 272

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Catherine Bruton Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Catherine Bruton studied English at Oxford University and has been juggling life as a teacher, children's author and mum for the past fifteen years. As an English teacher she sees first hand the impact stories can have on young readers - opening their eyes, expanding their horizons, making them ask questions and see the world differently. Her books tackle some of the big issues faced by young people today - terrorism, immigration, the cult of celebrity, the refugee crisis - in ways that are heart-breaking, often hilarious, but invariably hopeful. As her alter-ego Cate Shearwater, she is also the author of the much-loved Somersaults and Dreams series.

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