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The Breadwinner was a journey to remember with twists and turns to cherish. The story of a girl and her family against the Taliban soldiers was excellently executed. Parvana, the protagonist, is burdened with the duty of becoming the breadwinner of the family after her father was taken by the soldiers. The family go through a dark time before Parvana comes across Mrs Weera her gym teacher from before the war.

“You are a brave girl. And you are also a boy. Today, you are both.”

This would be a great book to have discussion on gender roles and lives of those living in a society with gender norms

This story is a great historical fiction book on the life lc a woman who has to disguise as a boy after her father goes to jail

Great story to challenge traditional gender roles especially in a country in which gender roles do not have the option to be challenged

“When you have no other options, you do what you must to survive.”

This story is set in Afghanistan that is controller by the Taliban. In the book, we follow Parvana who disguises herself as a boy to support her family after her father was put into prison.

This was a super read, really emotive and impacting... such a good choice for young readers- encourages them to see beyond their own lives and circumstances and helps them appreciate some of our basic civil liberties that are denied to others in certain parts of the world. 💔🌍

Amazing Afghani food at a restaurant in Maclean VA. #foodandlit #afghanistan Aracosia
Link for anyone who might want to go.

https://www.aracosiamclean.com/

Heartbreaking. Also, how does this happen? It does not seem functional or sustainable. #foodandlit #afghanistan

1.The tagged is an ebook from the library, I‘m also reading a physical book and listening to an audiobook. It all depends on my space and time.
2. The tagged book is incredible but sad.
3. I only mark my LMPBC at this time but I want to mark up some of my nonfiction books.
#thoughtfulthursday
Do you want to join in? Consider yourself tagged!

Book 17 for 2021

Excellent reading for any age.👍

I read the breadwinner before but not this version i really liked it, it had alot of power to it the way Parvana shows Courage.
9/10 good read

First in a 4-novel series, focuses on life under the Taliban in Kabul, ca. 2000. Parvana is 11, and she and her father go to the market daily to sell their few goods & offer reading/writing services. When Father is arrested, Parvana must masquerade as a boy to support her family. Ellis shows young readers what life for children is like in repressive, war-torn Afghanistan. https://cannonballread.com/2020/07/the-breadwinner-a-novel-elcicco/

A touching book and a good introduction into what life is like for many growing up in Afghanistan.

#ReadHarder prompt: middle grade book that doesn't take place in the US or UK.

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I didn't actually realise this was a book until it said at the end of the film. However, this was a really great film, very moving and gorgeous animation. Definitely recommend this film and I'll be adding the book to the tbr.

Parvana is 11 years old and lives in Kabul. After her father is arrested, it is up to her to provide for the family. In a city where the Taliban prohibit and punish, this is no easy task.

This is a children‘s book and therefore quick to read. It shows a child who knows nothing but war, highlighting how awful it is for people in war torn countries to see this as ordinary.

Really interesting book about how hard life is under the Taliban in Afghanistan. It is a childrens‘ book, but it is one of the good ones - i.e. a great read for any age. The story is written from the viewpoint of Parvana, a young girl who has to dress up as a boy to find work. The animated version by the same name is great too - was nominated for the Oscars this year.

Pictured is my current mood and my current book club book! #lifeistough #readingmakesitbetter

I missed seeing this at the theatres and I was happy to pick it up at the book fair at school. #becauseiamagirl

Even though it‘s a kids book, it‘s a great read for everyone!

It makes me sad when people tell me they don't read books and seem proud of themselves. They don't realize how much they are missing out on.

My Wine and Book Club selection for June. It is a thought provoking book.

This story affirms my sense that children are often stronger, braver and more resilient than the adults in their lives. Perhaps it is because she hasn't lived long enough to be lose faith, and hope is the gift of the young. Regardless, this story introduced me to a world I did not know, which the best reason to read. Thumbs up for more stories featuring young heroines. #bookbingonw2017 #booksmadeintomovies

Foreward: War is made by people living in safety who make the decision to take risks with the lives of others whose opinions on the matter are not even solicited. War is made by those who profit from the manufacturing of weaponry. War is made by people who are too lazy to put the creative work and compassion into coming up with a solution to their problems that does not involve murder. #peace

I just finished this book with fourth grade students. I love it every time I read it. Parvana is such a brave girl.