Lubna and Pebble
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Lubna and Pebble

By Wendy Meddour, Daniel Egneus (Illustrator)

A girl must choose between comfort and friendship in a world of uncertainty.

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32 pages· 345 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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In a world of tents, young Lubna finds solace in her best friend, a pebble. But when a lost boy arrives, she faces a heart-wrenching choice: keep her comfort or offer it to someone in greater need. As Lubna navigates this emotional landscape, her decision could change everything. Will she hold onto her own security, or will she embrace the power of selfless friendship? This poignant tale explores the depths of compassion and the courage to give, even when it means losing something precious.

From the publisher

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. 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.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
345
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
460L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about changeBooks about kindnessBooks about feeling scaredBooks about culture
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This book has mentions of war and seems to take place in a refugee camp. This may spark questions about war and hard situations.

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.9
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
504689
Publication
Published
March 5, 2019
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780525554165

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