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Ages 10–12
The Breadwinner
by Deborah Ellis
Eleven-year-old Parvana disguises herself as a boy to support her family in Taliban-ruled Kabul.
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About this book
When Parvana's father is arrested, she must cut her hair and dress as a boy to earn money for her family.
It is a story of courage, family and survival.
What's inside
- Life in Kabul
- Courage
- Family
- Friendship
- Award-winning
Why we recommend it
When the Taliban arrest her father, Parvana disguises herself as a boy to support her family in Kabul. An award-winning story of courage and survival that has moved readers worldwide. Best for ages 11 and up.
Good forChildren aged about 10–14
Parent notes
- What kind of book
- Story with Muslim characters (not a lesson book)
- How to read it
- For independent reading
- Format
- Paperback, 176 pages
- Publisher
- Groundwood Books · Mainstream publisher, written for all readers
Good to know: Set in Taliban-era Kabul. Includes war, a father taken from his family and hardship. Best for 11+; worth discussing together.
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