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I Am Malala (Yre): How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World
I Am Malala (Yre): How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World | Malala Yousafzai, Patricia McCormick
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mlakota11

“One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world.”

This iconic quote speaks to the transformative power of education. It reminds us of the immense value of knowledge and how it can serve as a tool for empowerment and change, especially when used to fight injustice.

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mlakota11

Malala‘s courage under pressure is a powerful reminder that standing up for what‘s right, even when it‘s difficult or dangerous, can lead to meaningful change. Her story calls us to reflect on the privilege of education and the importance of fighting for the rights of others, especially those who are silenced.

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mlakota11
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A powerful and moving story of courage, this book introduces children to Malala‘s brave fight for girls‘ education. It‘s an inspiring read that helps young readers understand the importance of advocacy and equality.

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mh930121

“When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.”

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mh930121

Malala‘s story inspires children to see that bravery comes in many forms and that even young voices can bring about powerful change. It reminds readers of the importance of standing up for their beliefs and the value of education.

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mh930121
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Malala Yousafzai was just a young girl living in Pakistan when the Taliban took control of her town and banned girls from attending school. Malala refused to give up her right to learn, speaking out for education and justice even in the face of grave danger. Malala‘s courageous journey as she stood up for herself, her classmates, and girls around the world, ultimately becoming the youngest person ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize.

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Smrloomis
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Her first call to her father after she was shot and the doctor told her not to cry. After she woke up she was constantly worrying about her father and how her family would pay for her medical care. I‘m reading this on my lunch break right now and that is the ONLY reason I‘m not bawling my eyes out!

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Smrloomis
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One of Malala‘s prayers: “Help us appreciate the school days that are left to us, God, and give us the courage to fight even harder for more.”

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jitteryjane724
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A. Ma. Zing.

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jitteryjane724
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"...I asked myself what I would do if a Talib came to kill me. Well, I would just take my shoe and hit him. But then I thought: If you hit a Talib with your shoe, there is no difference between him and you...'"

I think about this a lot now.

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Jody3
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A great adolescent read - inspirational account of the importance of an education and freedom. Survival and overcoming obstacles are exemplified through her struggles. Under the guise of doing a young readers edition, Malala was given the opportunity to tell her story more focused on how she experienced it.

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underground_bks
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This memoir by the education activist and youngest ever winner of the Nobel Peace Prize is as inspiring as it is harrowing. As a child, the daughter of a founder of girls‘ school, Malala Yousafzai saw Pakistan overtaken by the Taliban and her right to an education come under attack—resulting in Malala being shot in the head on her school bus home. Excited to share this with students in our community through our Diverse Books for West Georgia fund!

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Butterfinger
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This should be on everyone's list. Her story is too important to ignore. I admit, I was very judgmental toward her father until close to the end and Malala said how much that upset her. He is admirable too, but she could have been beaten or tortured. I truly admire how she wanted the Taliban to know that they did not succeed in shutting her up. #Pakistan #FoodandLit @Texreader @Catsandbooks

Catsandbooks Starting this today! 3y
Butterfinger @Catsandbooks can't wait to hear your thoughts. 3y
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Butterfinger

What a strange world it was when a girl who wanted to go to school had to defy militants with machine guns - as well as her own family.

War and terrorism had become child's play.

"This secret school," she said, "is our silent protest."

No Pashtun leaves his land of his own sweet will. Either he leaves from poverty or he leaves for love.

We were children, after all, children with childish concerns, even with a war on the way.

#FoodandLit

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SW-T
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Malala‘s book club promotes the world of women who share her courage, commitment, and hope for the future.

For more information or to join:
https://literati.com/book-clubs/malala/

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missmeg619
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This has been a real eye opener to hear real stories of a girl who has lived through the horror of the Taliban. What a brave and inspirational young woman 🌈

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Eggs
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#lustforlife #marchintothe70s
I chose 3 people who I believe have/had a lust for life: Michael J. Fox keeps going strong through illness; Malala was shot at close range and it only made her stronger in her convictions; Robin loved life even through his depression @Cinfhen @Lizpixie

vaanshere I am Malala is a good book! 6y
vaanshere We discuss books on my discord server wanna join? 6y
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squirrelbrain I‘m just about to post a Michael J Fox book, but a different one! 6y
Lizpixie Nice choices👍❤️ 6y
Eggs Thank you❣️ @Lizpixie @vaanshere 6y
Eggs @squirrelbrain Fox was the first one that came to mind! 6y
Andrew65 Good choices! 😊 6y
Eggs Thank you @Andrew65 ! 6y
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Andrew65
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Already posted for #teacher for #QuotsyOct18 but then came across this and how could I not post this! #teachersoflitsy

CoverToCoverGirl The power of one! ❤️ 6y
Andrew65 @CoverToCoverGirl Yes, one person can make a difference. 6y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks ❤️❤️❤️ 6y
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Schnoebs
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I have had this book on my tbr pile almost since it came out in 2013. I have tried multiple times to read the physical original copy of the book but could never get through it. But this month with Scribd I found the audio version of the young adult edition. Finished it in one sitting. So worth it because she is so hopeful and determined after everything she went through! I highly suggest this book

#nonfiction #audiobook #scribd #mpls #twincities

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Readeropolis
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How are you doing with your #24in48 #readathon goals? I planned to read 2 books. I have finished listening to "I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai on my #Libby app from the library.

RaimeyGallant Loved this book. 6y
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saresmoore
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Lucy, reading aloud from the tagged book: “...But boys are, well, boys.”
Dad: Ellie, what do you think about that?
Ellie: That doesn‘t make any sense to me. Boys are humans, they each have their own personality.
Mom: *silently happy dances* 🕺

Bookzombie 💗💗💗 7y
tjwill Awesome! 7y
ValerieAndBooks Great response 💖! 7y
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Alfoster Sweet!😍 7y
readordierachel Couldn't ask for a better response! 7y
BiblioLitten It makes me so happy to read that!!🤗 7y
LeahBergen ❤️❤️❤️ 7y
Lindy Kids growing up with books = smart kids. 7y
saresmoore @Lindy It‘s true! The next book I plan to start is required reading for the unschooling philosophy. It‘s the direction I‘m leaning more and more as I watch these children figure things out for themselves by reading, exploring, playing, watching adults, and asking questions. 7y
Lindy @saresmoore One of my sisters homeschooled (off grid & outside school bus pickup). Her 2 are in their mid-20s now, creative & successful & caring humans. 7y
saresmoore @Lindy That is very encouraging! 7y
Lindy @saresmoore 👍👍 7y
britt_brooke Smart girls! 7y
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CoffeeNBooks
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I learned a lot from reading this incredible young woman's story. Written for a young audience, it is a quick read, and definitely worth reading. It includes a glossary and a timeline of important events. This book will definitely be added to my classroom library. #ya #autobiography #englishteacher #teachersoflitsy #librarylove #booklove

RaimeyGallant I loved it, too. :) 7y
Stephen11 I have that one on the way from betterworldbooks. Looking forward to it! 7y
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skyeharmony
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[Book 17 of 2018] I really enjoyed this book and believe Malala's voice is so important. I'm annoyed though because I didn't realize until the end that I was listening to the young readers edition! (Yes, it's on the cover! How did I miss it?) I'd like to read the original (I flipped through a copy and it was the same basic stories but with much more detail) but want to wait a while in between.

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ShidotheCat
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I‘m only an hour in and I‘m getting overly emotional with every chapter.

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zurazureen
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Truth always prevails

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EveAstrouck
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I am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up For Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai is a 2014 Nobel Peace Prize memoir detailing her life as a girl trying to get a real education aside from all the anger and retaliation that happens to her by the rebels. It would be a great book as an I.R. or P.R. because it allows for discussion but also allows for a more intimate understanding of what really was going on for young women today.

EveAstrouck #UCFLAE3414F17 EL strategy 38. Assign short readings for homework would be most beneficial here because it allows for all students to have a particular point to discuss to. UDL strategy 2.1 clarify vocabulary and symbols would be necessary here because of all the vocabulary and symbols that may vary from students background knowledge. 7y
EveAstrouck https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZSVmKdJ5Rk is a great read aloud of the book that can be paired with the book for your students. 7y
AJones 👍Excellent book choice! I just got this book (from Scholastic for $1-Woohoo) and can‘t wait to start. Malala is a very courageous young women and role model! #EqualEducation 7y
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DrSpalding Your students need to hear about other children that are courageous and stand up for what is right. Malala is a wonderful role model. So thrilled you read this biography! See me in class for another biography I think you would enjoy. 7y
Jaquessial This book is amazing. I had a copy of it and I let my little cousin read it. She loved it so much that I just let her keep it. Excellent book. Mala's magic pencil is great too. 7y
KarinaGuillen You recommended this book to me earlier and I‘m excited to start reading it! Malala is wonderful role model for students and her story is so important! I love the read aloud! 7y
kenyanellie Love this book! I‘ve had this book for a while and just started reading it recently! 7y
JocelynNolton This sounds like a book that I would be interested in! I think that this is important for students to hear so that they can be inspired to stand up for what they believe in. 7y
Karlee.Diamond I have yet to ready this book, but I‘ve seen a lot of great reviews written about it! I love that you include a read aloud, to keep students on track and engaged. 7y
MichelleL How inspiring! I know in this awful world we live in we need more books like these! Thanks for the post! 7y
Arestrepo11 I love this book!! I read it over the summer and couldn't put it down. Mala is so inspirational and encourages me to fight for what I think is right! 7y
JaymeeKendall I love this book! Such an inspiring message! This is a book that could have a powerful impact on students! 7y
KatherineBeckham This book is great for younger children. This topic can stem a conversation about how important education is and how lucky we are to have it. Also there is a movie that you could show in class! 7y
MorganH This sounds like such a grear book to read! Malala is so inspirational and would be a good influence on students and to show how important education is! 7y
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ptkpepe98

Listening to this while driving was a pleasure, although perhaps a risk. When hearing about the shenanigans, it was easy to laugh. When hearing about the Taliban, it was hard to comprehend. It remains so. I'm halfway through, and wonder what and why her father is so very different from so many of his countrymen. It bears further learning because he seems to be the source of her strength.

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GatheringBooks
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We are celebrating #MiddleEastLit over at GatheringBooks until end of June. Do hit us with recommended titles for our current reading theme, Litsy bibliophiles!

Cinfhen One of my favorites this year 8y
GatheringBooks @Cinfhen oh my gosh! i am so ordering this right now from book depository 8y
Cinfhen I hope you like this novel...I thought it was really well told & written! 8y
TrishB I second @Cinfhen a fab book. 8y
GatheringBooks @Cinfhen and @TrishB I just ordered it! Looking forward to reading another europa editions novel 8y
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abbylibrarian
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I don't know why it took me so long to pick up this book but when one of my young regulars at the library grabbed it saying she loved it and wanted to read it again, I knew it was time! Am definitely enjoying it - what an empowering story about a smart, brave young lady! #womenshistory #weneeddiversebooks

heikemarie It's our summer book and the kids always come in excited to talk!! 8y
ruthemmielang I watched the documentary counterpart. It made me cry! What an amazing girl ✊🏻 8y
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Kshakal
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This book is a powerful one! It is incredibly humbling to read the story of a girl who changed not only her world but the world of countless others because she stood up for what she believed in. There need to be more people like her in our world!

TheBookAddict 💕 she is such a wonderful and courages person! Her story is just amazing. A real life superhero! 8y
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kathyellendavis
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Loved this book! Young readers edition for Middle Grade book club. I came away from reading it being in awe of this great girl, feeling lucky for what I have, and inspired to keep fighting for what I believe in. #kidlitsy

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BennettBookworm
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Extremely moving, beautifully written, fast paced memoir. I'm planning to read this with my fifth graders next semester! I feel like this story, told by such an optimistic and unshakeable individual, could make an activist out of even the most jaded among us. Highly recommend!!

Texreader Great idea to read it to fifth graders! 👍 I have one now and think this would be terrific for him but he'd never read it on his own. 8y
BennettBookworm Yes! I find my students are sometimes reluctant to read about protagonists of the opposite sex, so I love exposing them to new characters! 8y
LiteraryinPA I have been meaning to read this one. Thanks for the reminder! 8y
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MorganNotMegan
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Guys, I needed a pick me up and this audiobook was just what I needed. A young voice so impassioned about the right to education that she stood up to some terrifying adults, and found herself shot in the head at the age of 15 for daring to say "I want to learn, let me learn." Then she refused to let that stop her! She continues the battle to this day. Highly, highly recommended.

Gina Loved this audio book. It was so well read. We read this for my book club last year and it was an enlightening and excitable discussion we had on it. 8y
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night_shift
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Borrowed this to read for #DiverseAThon and it's the only autobiography I have (until I return it). This would work as an #ownvoice read too, I think.

#autobiography #readjanuary @RealLifeReading

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A student of mine mentioned her admiration for Malala. I'd been meaning to read her book for a while and ended up with the young readers edition. It was inspirational, heartbreaking, but never short of confidence and optimism. You can't help but cheer for Malala and her cause. She is an admirable young lady and this edition painted it well for students to understand or an easy biographical read. READ READ READ!!

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"Peace in every home, every street, every village, every country — this is my dream. Education for every boy and every girl in the world. To sit down on a chair and read books with all my friends at school is my right. To see each and every human being with a smile of true happiness is my wish."

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"How great God is! He has given us eyes to see the beauty of the world, hands to touch it, a nose to experience all its fragrance, and a heart to appreciate it all. But we don't realize how miraculous our senses are until we lose one."

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"But I learned another lesson watching the show. Although Betty and her friends had certain rights, women in the United States were still not completely equal; their images were used to sell things. In some ways, I decided, women are showpieces in American society, too."

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Leetha_rose

"The whole country was in shock for a long time after the earthquake. We were vulnerable. Which made it that much easier for someone with bad intentions to use a nation's fear for his gain."

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Leetha_rose
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"When it was finally time for me to go to classes, I was so excited I could hardly contain myself. You could say I grew up in a school. The school was my world, and my world was the school."

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Leetha_rose
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"He relayed a saying from a story his father used to tell him: 'A child is a child when he's a child, even if he's a prophet.'"