The Breadwinner: A Graphic Novel
by Tanaka, Shelley
Prefer borrowing? Open Library may have a digital copy too.
AR Book Level
2.5
AR Points
0.5
Word Count
3,252
Interest Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Genre
Fiction
AR Quiz #
193578 EN
About this book
This graphic-novel adaptation of Deborah Ellis's bestselling novel follows eleven-year-old Parvana, who lives in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. When her father is imprisoned, Parvana must disguise herself as a boy to earn money and support her family. The story depicts her struggles and resilience as she navigates the restrictions placed on women and girls in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
