Songbird

Name: Songbird
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781925773538
Price: 17.99 NZD
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By Ingrid Laguna

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Songbird by Ingrid Laguna is a heartfelt children's book that follows the journey of Jamila, a young girl who has moved from Iraq to Australia with her family. Navigating a new school and country, Jamila finds comfort and connection through music, especially through her singing talent. The story explores themes of friendship, belonging, and the power of music to bring people together.
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You might enjoy this story if you're looking for a heartfelt tale about friendship, resilience, and the power of music to bridge cultural divides. It follows a young girl from Iraq trying to adjust to her new life in Australia, offering a touching portrayal of courage and hope that resonates with young readers.

Songbird

A unique, tender and heart-warming novel following a young girl’s experience as an Iraqi refugee in Melbourne, her desire to belong, and the importance of friendship.

A unique, tender and heart-warming novel following a young girl's experience as an Iraqi refugee in Melbourne, her desire to belong, and the importance of friendship.

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A unique, tender and heart-warming novel following a young girl's experience as an Iraqi refugee in Melbourne, her desire to belong, and the importance of friendship. Jamila has left her friends, her school and her home in Iraq, and now she has a new home. It's safe in Australia, but Jamila is finding it hard to settle in. She misses her best friend and worries for her dad's safety back in Iraq. It's hard to speak and write in English all day. And Jamila has a secret she wants to keep hidden. When she joins the choir, Jamila begins to feel happy. Singing helps take her worries away. And singing will help her find her place in her new life, a place where she can shine. Songbird is a tender story about belonging, about the importance of friendship and asking for help, and about the parts of our lives we keep concealed.

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Songbird by Ingrid Laguna is praised for its engaging narrative, drawing on the author's personal experience as a musician and English teacher. The story of Jamila is celebrated for showcasing resilience and bravery, with readers finding her character relatable and inspirational. Reviews highlight the book as a beautiful, hopeful story filled with heart and an effective way to discuss important themes such as refugee experiences and cultural differences. Additionally, it is seen as both tender and uplifting, making it a valuable addition to school libraries.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925773538

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 May 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 176

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ingrid Laguna Penguin Books

About the Author

Ingrid Laguna is a writer, teacher and musician. She lives in Melbourne with her husband and daughter and teaches English to children and adults from all over the world, many of whom have refugee backgrounds. Songbird is her second book.

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