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Book Synopsis: Based on a true family story, this inspiring picture book about the Armenian Genocide shares an often-overlooked history and honors the resilience of the Armenian people. What is it like to walk away from your home? To leave behind everything and everyone you've ever known? Poetic, sensitive, and based on a true family history, Lost Words follows a young Armenian boy from the day he sets out to find refuge to the day he finally finds the courage to share his story. “It is difficult to find the words to describe the type of loss a Genocide can cause to a young child. I've been looking for something similar for my own son. This picture book is a good start to help explain loss and raise the many questions necessary to start the conversation.”—Serj Tankian, activist, artist, and lead vocalist for System of a Down
INTERGENERATIONAL CONNECTION: This story is a reassuring testament to the bond between parent and child, and the love people pass down to future generations through shared stories. ENCOURAGES COMPASSION: In the midst of the current international refugee crisis, stories of refugees and immigrants are an evocative reminder of the importance of showing kindness and empathy to strangers from all walks of life. UNIVERSAL STORY: While this story specifically centers Armenians, it also speaks to a shared experience of many people across the globe. Reckoning with loss after a traumatic event is a common experience that many people can relate to, but the poignancy of this story delivers a powerful message of hope, courage, and remembrance. UNDERREPRESENTED NARRATIVE: There are thought to be well over one million Armenians in the U.S., yet there are no known picture books about the Armenian Genocide. This moving portrait of family is a recognition of strength and resilience in the face of oppression, and a loving ode to a thriving community that refused to be silenced.
Perfect for: The Armenian and Armenian American community Anyone interested in learning about Armenian history and culture Readers seeking engaging stories of migration and refugee experience Parents and grandparents Teachers and librarians Read more
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Lost Words: An Armenian Story of Survival and Hope is a touching and inspiring picture book that beautifully captures the resilience of the Armenian people. Based on a true family story, this book sheds light on the often-overlooked history of the Armenian Genocide. Through its poetic and sensitive narrative, it invites readers to experience the emotions of a young Armenian boy as he embarks on a journey to find refuge and ultimately finds the courage to share his story.
Intergenerational Connection: This book serves as a powerful testament to the unbreakable bond between parent and child, highlighting the love that is passed down through generations via shared stories. It encourages readers to appreciate the significance of preserving and sharing their own family histories.
Encourages Compassion: In the midst of the current international refugee crisis, Lost Words is a timely reminder of the importance of showing kindness and empathy to strangers from all walks of life. By immersing readers in the experiences of the characters, it fosters a deeper understanding and compassion for those who have been forced to leave their homes.
Universal Story: Though the story centers on the Armenian Genocide, its themes of loss, resilience, and hope resonate with people from all backgrounds. It acknowledges the common human experience of confronting loss after a traumatic event and delivers a powerful message of hope, courage, and remembrance.
Underrepresented Narrative: Despite the fact that there are over one million Armenians in the U.S., there have been no known picture books about the Armenian Genocide. Lost Words fills this void and is a heartfelt portrayal of the strength and resilience of the Armenian community. It serves as a reminder of their refusal to be silenced and is a much-needed addition to literature.
Perfect for: The Armenian and Armenian American community, anyone interested in learning about Armenian history and culture, readers seeking engaging stories of migration and refugee experience, parents and grandparents, and teachers and librarians who want to expose their students to diverse narratives.
To embark on a journey of love, resilience, and hope, get your copy of Lost Words today.
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