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The Bananaleaf Ball: How Play Can Change The World (Citizenkid)
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Separated from his family when they were forced to flee their home, a young East African boy named Deo lives alone in the Lukole refugee camp in Tanzania. With scarce resources at the camp, bullies have formed gangs to steal what they can, and a leader named Remy has begun targeting Deo. Then one day a coach gathers all the children to play soccer. Though Deo loves soccer and has even made his own ball out of banana leaves, he's unsure at first about joining in when he sees Remy on the field. But as Deo and the other boys get drawn into the game, everything begins to change. Their shared joy in playing provides the children including Remy with a sense of belonging. Ball by ball, practice by practice, children who were once afraid of each other laugh together, the book explains, and no one feels so alone anymore.Based on a true story, Katie Smith Milway's inspiring tale shows how a desperate situation can be improved by finding common ground through play. It provides a perfect starting point for discussing the social justice issues surrounding the growing number of refugees worldwide. Awardwinning Shane W. Evans's artwork powerfully and poignantly personalizes for children the experience of refugees. Furthermore, the book examines the value of using sports to build prosocial behavior, particularly as it relates to bullying. By depicting characters who change and evolve over the course of the story, kids of all backgrounds and experiences will find something positive to relate to. The back matter contains information about the real Deo, instructions for games that build trust and inclusion through play, and suggestions for how to support playbased nonprofit organizations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Banana-Leaf Ball: How Play Can Change the World'? A: The main theme of the book is how play can foster connection and belonging among children, especially in challenging situations like living in a refugee camp.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Banana-Leaf Ball' is Katie Smith Milway.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for children, particularly those in early elementary school, typically ages 6 to 8.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features award-winning illustrations by Shane W. Evans, which are designed to powerfully convey the emotional experiences of refugees.
- Q: Is 'The Banana-Leaf Ball' based on a true story? A: Yes, the book is based on a true story about a young boy named Deo who lives in a refugee camp.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 32 pages.
- Q: What are the key social issues addressed in the book? A: The book addresses social justice issues surrounding refugees and the importance of inclusion and community building through play.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included in the book? A: Yes, the back matter includes information about the real Deo, instructions for games that promote trust and inclusion, and suggestions for supporting play-based nonprofit organizations.
- Q: When was 'The Banana-Leaf Ball' published? A: The book was published on April 4, 2017.