Inspired by the author’s life, The Carpet takes readers to the day in the life of a young Afghan refugee, whose family remain connected to home through the carpet that serves as the centerpiece of their family life. Around the carpet they share meals, tell stories, laugh and share memories of their time shared back home.
This book is part of the Worlds of Words Global Reading List for 2023/24.
- ISBN: 9781419763618
- Author: Azaad, Dezh
- Illustrator: Cao, Nan
- Published: 2023 , Harry N. Abrams
- Themes: Family, Refugees, traditions
- Descriptors: Afghanistan, Fiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)
- No. of pages: 32