Produktdetaljer
Biografisk notat
Patricia McCormick is a former journalist and a two-time National Book Award finalist whose books include Cut, Sold, Never Fall Down, The Plot to Kill Hitler, the young readers edition of I Am Malala, and the award-winning picture book Sergeant Reckless: The True Story of the Little Horse Who Became a Hero. Patricia lives in New York, USA.
Mevan Babakar is a social entrepreneur, writer, and poet. She was born in Kurdistan and is a former child refugee. Mevan serves as trustee for the UK for UNHCR, the UK arm of the UN refugee agency, and was selected as a 2023 European Obama Leader for her work in protecting democracy.
Yas Imamura is the acclaimed artist of picture books such as Love in the Library by Maggie Tokuda-Hall, and The Very Oldest Pear Tree by Nancy I. Sanders. She currently lives and works in Portland, Oregon, USA.
<p>"[An] absorbing, moving picture book" – <strong><em>The Guardian</em></strong></p>
<p>"A powerful story of resilience and hope" – <strong><em>Scope for Imagination</em></strong> <strong>blog</strong></p>
<p>"A beautifully heartwarming story of the power of kindness.” – <strong><em>My Shelves Are Full</em> blog</strong></p>
<p>“I really, really loved this book. […] My Mummy and I talked about how one simple act of kindness can change a person’s life. I hope I can continue to be this kind when I am a grown up.” – <strong>Noah, age 6,<em> Books Up North</em></strong></p>
<p>"This poignant tale reminds us of the life-changing impact of kindness, offering young readers an inspiring glimpse into the refugee experience and the healing power of human connection" – <strong><em>Inis </em>magazine</strong></p>
<p>"This moving story is definitely one of 2025's essential picture books… It truly shows the power of kindness and will generate such rich conversations in the classroom or in homes whilst reading. With beautiful illustrations too, this is a book you must read!” – <strong>Tom Griffiths, <em>Check 'Em Out Books</em></strong></p>
<p>"[A] very special book to share and one that… primary schools should add to their library shelves." – <strong><em>World's Smallest Library</em></strong></p>
The true story of how a simple act of kindness changed a young refugee’s life – from award-winning author Patricia McCormick with Mevan Babakar.
For generations, Mevan and her family lived in their beloved Kurdistan. But when they are forced to flee by the Iraqi government, Mevan must leave everything behind. Her family travels from country to country in search of safety; and with each stop, Mevan feels more and more alone. Until … a stranger’s gift changes everything.
Based on Mevan Babakar’s own childhood, this is a moving reminder of how powerful just one act of kindness can be.
Chosen for EmpathyLab’s Read For Empathy Collection 2026
SHORTLISTED! Oxfordshire Book Awards – Picture Books category
The true story of how a simple act of kindness changed a young refugee’s life – from award-winning author Patricia McCormick with Mevan Babakar.
An illustrated book for 2026 based on a true story with a tender message about compassion for children ages 3 and up
An illustrated book for 2026 based on a true story with a tender message about compassion for children ages 3 and up
• Based on the true story of social entrepreneur and writer Mevan Babakar, who was born in Kurdistan but fled the country with her family during the Gulf War in the 1990s.
• A sincere and timely story to help young children understand the ongoing refugee crises in the UK and around the world.
• An important message about how an act of kindness can shape you for a lifetime.
• Gorgeous illustrations by acclaimed artist Yas Imamura.
Competition: the;suitcase;journey;day war came;my nameis not refugee;paddington;kind;my name is hope;refugees and migrants;lubna and the pebble. chris naylor-ballesteros;francesca sanna;nicola davies; rebecca cobb;kate milner;michael bond;alison green;axel scheffler;gilberto mariscal;chuwy;ceri roberts;hanane kai
Produktdetaljer
Biografisk notat
Patricia McCormick is a former journalist and a two-time National Book Award finalist whose books include Cut, Sold, Never Fall Down, The Plot to Kill Hitler, the young readers edition of I Am Malala, and the award-winning picture book Sergeant Reckless: The True Story of the Little Horse Who Became a Hero. Patricia lives in New York, USA.
Mevan Babakar is a social entrepreneur, writer, and poet. She was born in Kurdistan and is a former child refugee. Mevan serves as trustee for the UK for UNHCR, the UK arm of the UN refugee agency, and was selected as a 2023 European Obama Leader for her work in protecting democracy.
Yas Imamura is the acclaimed artist of picture books such as Love in the Library by Maggie Tokuda-Hall, and The Very Oldest Pear Tree by Nancy I. Sanders. She currently lives and works in Portland, Oregon, USA.