Every year, thousands of refugees around the world are forced to flee their homes in search of safety in a new land. While the reasons for leaving home and the destinations vary, all of these journeys are filled with a mixture of fear, pain, hope, and courage. Storytelling and art have long been great healers. Both art forms can teach empathy by presenting different human experiences, and both can help people work through the emotions conveyed on the page or canvas. Listen to hear how one author and artist tackled depicting one refugee family’s story.
Story Length: 5:34
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03/07/2020
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How did the artist get the job to illustrate the children’s book?
Where is the artist from?
In the story, what color is the cup? The blanket?
What word is repeated in the children’s book to help create a pattern?
