Meet Muhammad Najem, a 15-year-old boy struggling for survival in a war-torn Syria. As he deals with loss and joy, hope and despair, he records it all with the camera on his phone. Be inspired by the bravery and perseverance of Muhammad and his family today!
Minna H (Class 7H)
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A five year old gets lost in India and falls asleep on a train which takes him to Calcutta. He does not know his name or his family's name. This is a story of hope, survival and triumph against all odds. Totally recommend.
Sophie M (Class 7C)
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This wonderful memoir follows the path of Allison's OCD. After experiencing a vivid nightmare where she was diagnosed with brain cancer, Allison believed it was a sign. Gradually as here symptoms increased, she was unable to act 'normal' at school and was overwhelmed by all the things her brain told her were dangerous. Discover here terrifying descent into the depths of OCD, and then her incredible climb from the depths.
Minna H (Class 8 BO)
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Meet Maya Van Wagenen - geeky and loves to write. She has never considered herself popular. Ever. But when she picks up a 1950s guide to popularity, her life will never be the same again. Follow Maya on a touching and honestly-told memoir of her 8th grade year.
Minna H (Class 7H)
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This incredible book is a wonderful inspiration for anyone wanting to live their life to the full, but feeling unable to do so. Nick Vujicic was born without arms OR legs, but lives a life full of joy and amazing ability. Read this book and be inspired to live your life - without limits!
Minna H (Class 8 BO)
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A heart-warming memoir of a brave young woman from a comfortable American household who ended up in Uganda, adopting 14 Ugandan children and following the call of the Lord!
Minna H (Class 8 BO)
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The beautiful sequel to 'Kisses from Katie' (see review here), this book follows the incredible story of the love, joy and mainly, hope, that follow Katie through good and bad, happiness and sorrow.
Minna H (Class 8 BO)
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