Books about Refugee
Award winning
The Red Pencil
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2014
336 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience through the protagonist's powerful journey.
Enhances emotional awareness and empathy in young readers.
Encourages artistic expression as a form of healing.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative.

The Red Pencil
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2014
Award winning
My Name is not Refugee
A. A. Milne, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy and cultural awareness.
Addresses challenging themes with sensitivity and insight.
Encourages discussion on global and social issues.
Supports emotional and interpersonal development.

My Name is not Refugee
A. A. Milne, 2017
Refuge
Anne Booth, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promoting compassion and understanding.
Encourages empathy through relatable refugee characters.
Highlights importance of kindness and support.
Inspires family discussions on global awareness.

Refuge
Anne Booth, 2015
Award winning
Where Will I Live?
Rosemary Mccarney, 2017
24 pages
Why to read
Highlights global child refugee crisis sensitively.
Encourages empathy and awareness in young readers.
Stunning photographs depict real children's stories.
Supports development of global perspective and compassion.

Where Will I Live?
Rosemary Mccarney, 2017
Award winning
Azzi in Between
Sarah Garland, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights refugee experience through relatable storytelling.
Encourages empathy and cultural understanding.
Supports social and emotional development.
Engaging illustrations complement poignant narrative.

Azzi in Between
Sarah Garland, 2012
One Boy from Kosovo
Trish Marx, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Explores resilience through a young boy's journey.
Encourages understanding of diverse cultures and experiences.
Supports empathy and emotional growth in young readers.
Fosters discussions on global awareness and compassion.

One Boy from Kosovo
Trish Marx, 2000
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.
