Free as a Bird

Written & illustrated by Lina Maslo

A girl defies danger to champion education and equality.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Malala Yousafzai, born in a world where girls' education was frowned upon, defied the odds with her father's support. Despite threats, she secretly attended school and became a global advocate for education and equality. Her voice, once targeted by enemies, now resonates worldwide, inspiring countless others to speak up. Discover the journey of a fearless girl who refused to be silenced and the father who empowered her to soar. Will her message of hope and freedom reach those who need it most?

From the publisher

The inspiring true story of Malala Yousafzai, human rights activist and the youngest ever winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, from debut author/illustrator Lina Maslo.

When Malala Yousafzai was born, some people shook their heads because girls were considered bad luck. But her father looked into her eyes and knew she could do anything.

In Pakistan, some believed girls should not be educated. But Malala and her father were not afraid. She secretly went to school and spoke up for education in her country.

And even though an enemy tried to silence her powerful voice, she would not keep quiet. Malala traveled around the world to speak to girls and boys, to teachers, reporters, presidents, and queens—to anyone who would listen—and advocated for the right to education and equality of opportunity for every person. She would shout so that those without a voice could be heard. So everyone could be as free as a bird.

Free as a Bird is the inspiring true story of a fearless girl and the father who taught her to soar.

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