Young Nasreen has not spoken a word to anyone since her parents disappeared. In despair, her grandmother risks everything to enroll Nasreen in a secret school for girls. With a devoted teacher, a new friend, and the worlds she discovers in books, Nasreen begins to crack her shell of sadness. She learns about Afghanistan's brighter past, which helps her hope for a better future, and learns that "the soldiers can never close the windows" as long as she has an education.
Renowned picture book creator Jeanette Winter tells the story of a young girl in Afghanistan who attends a secret school for girls. This inspiring book will touch readers deeply as it affirms both the life-changing power of education and the healing power of love.
Recommended Age | 7 - 9 |
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Author | Jeanette Winter |
Illustrator | Jeanette Winter |
ISBN | 1416994378 |
Publication Date | Oct 6, 2009 |
Publisher | Beach Lane Books |
Award Winners | Jane Addams Award |
Language | English |