Publication

2013 - Tundra Books

Language

English

Word Count

8,000 words, Guess

Page Count

32 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

Identifiers

and 1 more
  • Better World Books9781770493018

Classifications

  • LCCPZ7.W17129 My 2013

Description

Based on the life of a real boy, this warm-hearted, beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Baraka, a young Kenyan boy with a physical disability. Baraka and eight cousins live with their grandmother. She gives them boundless love, but there is never enough money or food, and life is hard --love doesn't feed hungry stomachs or clothe growing bodies, or school keen minds. Baraka is too young, and, with his disability, needs too much, and she is too old. A difficult choice must be made, and grandmother and grandchild set off on a journey to see if there is a place at the orphanage for Baraka. The story begins by looking at Baraka's physical disability as a misfortune, but ends by looking beyond the disability, to his great heart and spirit, and the blessings he brings.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • My Name is BlessingHardcoverTundra Books2013-01-01

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