Mina Belongs Here
by Sandra Niebuhr-Siebert
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Pub Date May 16 2023 | Archive Date Dec 05 2023
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Description
"Tender, lyrical text brings to life moments that many immigrants will recognize... visually engaging." — Kirkus Reviews
Mina is worried about starting a kindergarten in her new country where the only word she can understand is her name. A warm and emotive story that explores how sharing a language can encourage a sense of belonging through a gentle story and lively illustrations.
At Mina's kindergarten she listens to stories, songs and chatter in an unfamiliar language. She tries out sounds that roar in her throat and tickle her tongue until the new words feel like her own. Then one day, Mina realises that this language now belongs to her, and she belongs to this new world.
Mina Belongs Here is a heartfelt and uplifting story of a migrant experience and discovering a sense of belonging through shared words. The expressive illustrations begin in muted monochrome, slowly transforming to vibrant color as Mina's understanding grows.
Advance Praise
'This is such a beautiful story. The illustrations reflect Mina's growing understanding and sense of belonging, as the classroom gradually moves from monochrome to vibrant colour. I really enjoyed the recognition of the way children process their own emotions through play.'
- JUNO Magazine
'The illustrations interweave seamlessly with the story, becoming more and more colourful as Mina�s ability to communicate and her sense of belonging grow.'
- Five Books
'The illustrations are simple yet subtly complex, adding additional details to the story.'
- School Library Connection
'The illustrations stretch and adapt with the storyline � muted and monochrome when Mina is struggling to find her place in this new environment; bold, bright, enchanting and expressive when her understanding grows. The mesmerising colours and the beautifully crafted dialogue are a perfect match.'
- Sienna's Little Library
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781782508113 |
| PRICE | $17.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 40 |
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