The Boy At the Back of the Class

A lovely, heartwarming read on kindness and empathy

Heartwarming read about friendship, compassion, kindness and what it is to be human. Showing the determination of young people whilst teaching about different cultures. Amazing book

Lovel and sensitive exploration.

This book is about a boy who was a refugee from Syria. 4 students welcome him, and they become friends.

A heartwarming book which helps children encounter the current issue of migration in a powerful and relatable way, demonstrating a love and care for other races as individuals. Year 5-6

I read this over the holidays as it was one of our new class texts for our Years 5 and 6.

I love how it was told from a child's perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn't always make sense.

My year 6’s are currently 5 chapters in!

A beautifully written, engaging tale about friendship, compassion and empathy. The perfect introduction for older children to learn about refugees, and the reality of their lives, beyond the headlines.
This book could be read to younger readers who may find the text challenging.

When Ahmet joined the class he is met with curiosity, kindness and mistrust from some. Himself and his friends hatch a daring plan, involving the Queen to help Ahmet reconnect with lost family members.

The story inspires discussion of the issues surrounding refugees and challenges the reader to explore their own views and that of the people around them.

Good

It was quite interesting. I felt bad for the boy

I liked it 'cause it involved educational stuff and they're 65,000.000 refugees so far:)

I liked reading about how they were saving the boy in the story

Alexa was really brave about helping ameet

it was very mixed feelings sad happy lonlyness

I loved this book because it is based on true events.

i liked the part were he tawks about him being a refuge becase not verr many people in books open about there past.

My favourite character: Ahmet! So who is Ahmet? Ahmet is immigrant refugee and from Syria. (This book about trying finding Ahmet's family... this plan will work?) I know how to be a refugee too so I really liked it book! I recommend this book for children wants to know about friends!

I though it was a really good book to read and can inspire young children that they can change the world in many different ways that they like so it doesn’t matter if you’re a refugee or just a normal person you can change the world the way you want to.

More for year 6 children as needs some understanding of outside world.

I gave it a total of 4 stars out of 5 because i love the way the doesn't understand things like a lemon sherbert and other foods

Well narrated story of tolerance and making the right decisions

I like this book because it talks about how important refuge kids (and adults) are.

I recommend this book because it’s about a refugee who had to fleet to a different country. It’s really emotional and it’s really nice.

Incredible story of how children may see refugees who join their class and the kindness and generosity that humans have.

it is goated

It has a good message to spread and its continues to speak out about the struggles of refugees

I liked when Leo got the pomegranate and gave it to Ahmed and I would recommend it to others because it shows that a little act of kindness goes a long way

This book was amazing!! It is one of my favourite books!

very good

A feel good novel as seen through the eyes of children, with a happy ending!

I recommend it. It's about a Syrian boy called Ahmet.