Robinson, Anthony and Annemarie Young Gervelie’s Journey: A Refugee Diary, illustrated by June Allen. Frances Lincon, 2009. PICTURE BOOK. $16.99. Gervelie’s young life was dominated by war Whether in her homeland of The Republic of Congo or in her grandmother’s country of Ivory Coast, soldiers, guns and danger seemed to follow her every move. In a desperate move, Gervelie and her father sneak into Europe and finally to England where they must plea their case before the Refugee Council. Gervelie’s story is told in the simple language of a little girl, making it all that more powerful and accessible for younger students. While they may not be ready for the bigger issues of refugees and illegal immigration, they can get a feel for Gervelie’s dangerous life within various war zones. EL, MS – ADVISABLE. Cindy, Library-Teacher
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