The Queen on Our Corner

By Lucy Christopher, Nia Tudor (Illustrator)

A young girl sees a homeless woman as a queen. Can she unite the community to give her a home?

4.1/5 Goodreads · 171 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A young girl sees a homeless woman as a warrior queen, invisible to others. When danger threatens, the queen's warning saves the day. Now, the girl faces a challenge: can she rally the community to transform the queen's corner into a true home? This tale explores the power of perspective and the impact of valuing every person's story. Will the girl's vision inspire change and bring hope to the street? Discover a world where everyone is seen and respected, and where a child's imagination can spark real transformation.

From the publisher

A thought-provoking story that encourages us all to sit up and take notice. Nobody notices the queen on the corner. Nobody, that is . . . except one young girl. Through her eyes, the woman who dwells in the abandoned plot is a warrior queen, with many battles fought and won. When, one day, danger comes to the street and the queen on the corner sounds the alarm, the little girl must find a way to thank her. Can she bring the community together to turn the queen’s corner into a home? “This hopeful tale uses a youthful view of the world to imagine what our society could be like if all people and their experiences were valued and respected. Sweet and thought-provoking”–Kirkus Reviews “Told from the viewpoint of a small child, it gently reminds us that everyone has a story - struggles and successes, ups and downs - and everyone needs a place to call home–Julia Green, children’s author A beautiful and thought provoking book for children - and adults - that shines a light on some of the issues surrounding homelessness. And it’s inspired by real people. Like the author says: Look out for the Queens and Kings”–Shelter Homeless Charity

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