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 | The Colour of Home Ref: 203
by Mary Hoffman
illustrated by Karin Littlewood
Britain seems rainy and colourless to Hassan, but after painting the bright colours of his refugee family's flight from sunny, war-torn Somalia he begins to see colours in his new home. Sensitively and beautifully illustrated. Age 6-9, 15pp Paperback
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Dia's Story Cloth Ref: 209
by Dia Cha, stitched by Chue and Nhia Thao Cha
The distinctive hand-stitched story cloths of the Hmong ('free') People give a powerful account of their journey from China to Laos, then to Thai refugee camps and finally, for Dia, to America. Extensive notes provide fascinating further reading. Age: 10+ American Import Paperback 21pp
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 | I Am I Ref: 742
by Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick
An argument between two small boys escalates into a devastating conflict. Sophisticated and accessible. 'A wonderful starting point for discussing strong feelings, otherness, jealousy, possessiveness, fairness, equality' (Former Primary Teacher, LL reviewer). Age 8+, American Import Hardback 27pp
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Gervelie's Journey Ref: 764
by Anthony Robinson & Annemarie Young
illustrated by June Allan
Gervelie and her father fled civil conflict in the Congo and are now living in Norwich seeking asylum...A simply brilliant and true account, in Gervelie's own words, accompanied by a powerful blend of photos and illustrations. Age 7-11, Paperback 26pp
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 | Ghostscape Ref: 754
by Joe Layburn
illustrated by John Williams
A girl who has fled the conflict in Somalia for the UK. The ghost of a boy living through the Blitz. A hostile East End for them both. The start of an unusual friendship…Exciting and heartwarming timeslip novel. Age 8-12, Paperback 101pp
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Hamzat's Journey Ref: 869
by Anthony Robinson & Annemarie Young
illustrated by June Allan
A powerful, true story: Hazmat flees conflict and devastation in Chechnya after stepping on a landmine. He attempts to rebuild his life in the UK. A simply brilliant account, accompanied by an evocative blend of photos and illustrations. Age 7-11
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 | The Kites Are Flying Ref: 993
by Michael Morpurgo
illustrated by Laura Carlin
A wonderfully moving story about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in which children unite in a bid for peace. Told through the voices of Said, a young Palestinian boy and Max, a Western journalist. Compassionate, insightful and ultimately hopeful. Age 9-adult, Hardback 76pp
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A Little Peace Ref: 438
by Barbara Kerley
A football game in Iraq, meditation in Bhutan, a children's peace protest in Scotland...Brief, lyrical text and awesome photography capture treasured moments of peace around the world. Perfect for launching discussions on global conflict. Age 3-10 American Import Hardback 28pp
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 | Lugalbanda: The Boy Who Got Caught Up in a War Ref: 743
told by Kathy Henderson
illustrated by Jane Ray
The oldest written story in the world: Lugalbanda, a remarkable folk story from Southern Iraq about a boy in a time of war. Age 8-adult, Paperback 76pp
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Once Ref: 415
by Morris Gleitzman
Convinced that his Jewish parents are still alive, Felix escapes the orphanage, embarking on a terrifying journey through Nazi-occupied Poland. Trademark Gleitzman: always powerful, often hilarious and sometimes heart-breaking. Wonderful. Age 10+, Paperback 150pp
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 | One City, Two Brothers Ref: 935
by Chris Smith
illustrated by Aurelia Fronty
Two divided brothers and the story of how Jerusalem came to be. Can King Solomon help the brothers to share and value one another? 'This is a beautiful book' (Former Primary Teacher, LL reviewer). Age 6-10, Hardback 29pp
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Peaceful Heroes Ref: 958
by Jonah Winter
illustrated by Sean Addy
A unique and powerful tribute to 14 people who risked their lives- bravely, passionately and peacefully- to help others and make the world a better place. Inspirational! Age 9+, American Import Hardback 56pp
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 | They Shall Not Pass Ref: 1102
by Andy Croft
illustrated by Alan Marks
Sam is Jewish. Alf is Irish. At first it doesn't matter… A gripping narrative which draws a line straight from the 1930s Blackshirts to today's BNP. 'I would recommend this' (PRU Manager, LL reviewer). Reading Age 6½ Interest 10-14, Paperback 54pp
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We Are All Born Free Ref: 704
in association with Amnesty International
This beautiful collection, published to mark the 60th anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights, celebrates each declaration with an illustration by an internationally-renowned artist. Absolutely stunning! Age 6+, Hardback 72pp
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 | What Is Peace? ( English & Bengali ) Ref: 467
by Emma Damon
Peace is listening, not arguing; peace is building, not breaking. A much-loved lift-the-flap book, now available in dual language or with British Sign Language. Age 3-7 Hardback & Peace Poster 9pp English & Bengali
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What Is Peace? ( English & French ) Ref: 469
by Emma Damon
Peace is listening, not arguing; peace is building, not breaking. A much-loved lift-the-flap book, now available in dual language or with British Sign Language. Age 3-7 Hardback & Peace Poster 9pp English & French
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| | What Is Peace? ( English & Urdu ) Ref: 470
by Emma Damon
Peace is listening, not arguing; peace is building, not breaking. A much-loved lift-the-flap book, now available in dual language or with British Sign Language. Age 3-7 Hardback & Peace Poster 9pp English & Urdu
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What Is Peace? ( English & British Sign Language ) Ref: 471
by Emma Damon
Peace is listening, not arguing; peace is building, not breaking. A much-loved lift-the-flap book, now available in dual language or with British Sign Language. Age 3-7 Hardback & Peace Poster 9pp English & British Sign Language
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 | Why Do People Fight Wars? Ref: 221
by Ali Brownlie
A truly informative, balanced and clear resource written by an Oxfam education officer. Complete with case studies, factual snippets and glossary. Quite brilliant. Age 12+ Paperback 43pp
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