Crabtree Publishing Co,US Refugee's Journey from Iraq

Zainab has never known peace in her homeland of Iraq. She and her family flee the country after her father is threatened by one of the many groups fighting against the government. Zainab's life is on hold as her family seeks safety in Jordan and, later, the United States. Interspersed with facts about Iraq and its people, this narrative tells a story common to many refugees fleeing the country. Readers will learn about the ongoing conflict in Iraq and how they can help refugees in their communities and around the world who are struggling to find permanent homes. Recounts Zainab's life as a refugee after her family fled war in Iraq, and includes information on Iraq and its people, the recent conflicts in the region, and how to help refugees who are struggling to find permanent homes. Autorid: Rodger Ellen