The Colour of Home
(2 reviews with an average rating of 5 out of 5)
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
On Hassan's first day at school he paints a colourful picture of his home and family in Somalia, but then adds soldiers, flames and bullets. A Somali translator helps him to explain that the painting shows his feelings about the death of his uncle, and his family's flight from Mogadishu to dreary England.
But Hassan's next painting is full of colour, reflecting the hope and interest he begins to see in his new life in Britain. This is an affecting yet ultimately optimistic tale, brought to life by expressive watercolour illustrations.
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Kymberleigh, 04 September 2021
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Hello, I would like to have help in writing my story too. There are more pictures than words to tell my story. As my story is too traumatic, I already know that the book won't sell in France and no French pusblishers would want to publish it. Can Mary Hoffman & Karin Littlewood consider my mail please? Please help me to speak up so that I can finally move on with my life Thank you for reading
Book Trust reply: Hi KeyLi, thanks for your message an...
KeyLi, 30 October 2015
This book moved me to tears. It is so well written and illustrated that I felt so emotionally caught up with the story. This book gave me goosebumps but this is such a good story for children as it makes them realise that we are fortunate to not be in these situations (UK) which means that we south be empathetic to others who may have experienced this. A good way to teach hard themes to younger children.