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Where Butterflies Fill the Sky: A Story of Immigration, Family, and Finding Home

Name: Where Butterflies Fill the Sky: A Story of Immigration, Family, and Finding Home
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Book Synopsis: A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book

One of NPR's Best Books of 2022

Chicago Public Library’s Best of the Best Informational Books for Younger Readers of 2022

A School Library Journal Best Book of 2022

The Society of Illustrators’ Dilys Evans Founders Award Winner 2022

Zahra Marwan is a recipient of the United Nations Minority Artist Award on Statelessness

An evocative picture book debut that tells the true story of the author's immigration from Kuwait to the United States.

Zahra lives in a beautiful place where the desert reaches all the way to the sea and one hundred butterflies always fill the sky. When Baba and Mama tell her that their family is no longer welcome here and they must leave, Zahra wonders if she will ever feel at home again--and what about the people she will leave behind? But when she and her family arrive in a new desert, she's surprised to find magic all around her. Home might not be as far away as she thought it would be.

With spare, moving text and vivid artwork, Zahra Marwan tells the true story of her and her family's immigration from Kuwait, where they were considered stateless, to New Mexico, where together they made a new home.

"Utterly original and enjoyable from start to finish." –Betsy Bird, librarian, book critic, and author of Long Road to the Circus

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Discover the captivating world of "Where Butterflies Fill the Sky: A Story of Immigration, Family, and Finding Home," the New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book that will take young readers on a journey of adventure and resilience. Zahra Marwan's remarkable picture book debut explores the universal themes of immigration, the power of family, and the search for a place to call home.

Experience the breathtaking illustrations and heartfelt storytelling that have earned "Where Butterflies Fill the Sky" praise from NPR, Chicago Public Library, and School Library Journal. This inspiring tale, based on the author's own experiences, will touch the hearts of children and adults alike.

Set against the stunning backdrop of a desert that stretches to the sea, Zahra's world is filled with wonder as a hundred butterflies always dance in the sky. But when her family is told they can no longer stay in their beloved home, Zahra embarks on a journey of uncertainty and discovery. As she arrives in a new desert, she is enchanted to find magic surrounding her, offering a glimmer of hope that home may be closer than she ever imagined.

With its spare, moving text and vibrant illustrations, "Where Butterflies Fill the Sky" is a must-read for young minds eager to explore important issues. This groundbreaking book sheds light on the experiences of those considered stateless and highlights the resilience and strength of individuals and families in the face of adversity.

Join Zahra Marwan on a literary adventure unlike any other. Immerse yourself in this deeply original and enjoyable story that will captivate readers from beginning to end. Get your copy of "Where Butterflies Fill the Sky: A Story of Immigration, Family, and Finding Home" and open the door to a world of imagination, empathy, and understanding.

Ready to embark on a journey of courage and compassion? Grab your copy of "Where Butterflies Fill the Sky" today and discover the magic that lies within here!

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