We Belong Here
Picture Book · 2023

We Belong Here

Written by Frieda Wishinsky · Illustrated by Ruth Ohi

Two children unite against bullying, forging a bond that could save their families and community.

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32 pages· ~530L

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Bookroo's summary

In post-WWII Canada, Eve Bloom, a newcomer, defends Mark Nakamura from bullies targeting his Japanese heritage. Their bond grows as they face personal challenges: Eve's family business is at risk, and Mark's father might relocate for work. Eve's ingenuity could save them all, showing how friendship and solidarity can uplift an entire community. Can these two children change their world for the better?

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~530L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.5
F&P level
~N
Publication
First published
October 3, 2023
Publisher
North Winds Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781443194037

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