In an unforgettable story that subtly addresses the refugee crisis, a young girl must decide if friendship means giving up the one item that gives her comfort during a time of utter uncertainty.
In the tent city where she has to live after leaving her home due to a war, Lubna's best friend is a pebble. Pebble always listens to her stories. Pebble always smiles when she feels scared. But when a lost little boy arrives in the World of Tents, Lubna realizes that he needs Pebble even more than she does.
This emotionally stirring and stunningly illustrated picture book explores one girl's powerful act of friendship in the midst of an unknown situation.
"The larger-than-life, almost dreamy illustrations show readers what Lubna sees and feels, and the rawness of both text and images penetrates the heart. Lubna and Pebble become best friends, and she and her lovingly understanding father even create a nice home for it to face the cold winter, a shoebox with a tea towel.... A true celebration of the endless creativity and resilience of children." — Kirkus Reviews
Recommended Age | 5 - 9 |
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Author | Wendy Meddour |
Illustrator | Daniel Egnéus |
ISBN | 0525554165 |
Publication Date | Mar 5, 2019 |
Publisher | Dial Books |
Language | English |