  | Wherever I go Author: Copp, Mary Wagley | |
| Price: $23.08 | ||
Summary:
Abia is the self-proclaimed Queen of the Shimelba refugee camp, facing her displacement with strength, imagination, and pride.
| Illustrator: | Mohammed, Munir D. |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (01/15/20)
Booklist (01/01/20)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 01/01/2020 Meet Abia, the self-proclaimed queen of Shimelba—a refugee camp in northern Ethiopia. Queen Abia confidently marches through the fields, pumps and carries water with strength and care, and can even soothe her baby cousin while Mama and Auntie collect firewood. After a seven-year reign, Papa says it’s time for them to leave Camp Shimelba behind for a forever home. Reminded by Mama of the history that brought their family to the camp, Abia understands the dangers they escaped. Even so, she is still uncertain of what lies beyond the borders of her home. This story captures the unequivocal joy of childhood even in the midst of refugee status and resettlement. Acrylic paint illustrations eloquently capture the warm earth tones of East Africa with great attention paid to defining features of the people. While this title isn’t an #OwnVoices text, an author’s note does offer links to more information and resources regarding refugees and resettlement in addition to a list of related children’s and young adult titles. - Copyright 2020 Booklist.
