What would it be like to leave everything you know, everything you own, everyone you love to escape war, persecution, or poverty? In “Refugee,” Alan Gratz imagines how three young people struggle to survive as they excape to freedom. Students from Washington Latin Public Charter School in Washington, D.C. discuss the book with host Kitty Felde. Actress Amy Solano is celebrity reader.

SPOILER ALERT: plot points are discussed in this episode.

 

FAVORITE BOOKS FROM WASHINGTON LATIN PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL:

Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the Long Haul - Jeff Kinney

The Hate U Give - Angie Thomas

Twilight - Stephenie Meyer

Alan Gratz’ Favorite Book:

As Brave as You - Jason Reynolds

Amy Solano’s Favorite Book:

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - Lewis Carroll