A powerful true story of a young girl who has never known life outside a refugee camp and a father determined to help her dream beyond the fences that confine them.
A powerful true story of a young girl who has never known life outside a refugee camp and a father determined to help her dream big.
At Ban Vinai Refugee Camp, Kalia spends her days playing with cousins, chickens, and dogs. When she asks her father if all of the world is a refugee camp, he climbs with her to the top of a tree so she can see the world beyond the fences that confine them. Yang's evocative prose is accompanied by atmospheric illustrations from Rachel Wada in a story that encourages readers of all ages and circumstances to believe in their dreams.
- From the #OwnVoices author of the acclaimed picture books A Map into the World and The Most Beautiful Thing
- Offers a look at the everyday life of children in a refugee camp that captures both joy and hardship in a way kids can relate to
- Showcases how a father's love for his child can support dreams of transcending difficult circumstances
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