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Life as an Afghan American

Author: Kovacs, Vic

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.7
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 3150
Points per Word 0.000317
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.03125

Description

Readers learn about critical moments in modern Afghani history that provide context for current events in the United States and around the world.

Quick Summary

This book takes readers inside the lives of Afghan American families, showing how two worlds come together in one person's story and helping kids understand a culture that's constantly in the news. Kids will love reading real stories about navigating family traditions, school life in America, and the proud balance of holding onto Afghan heritage while fitting in with friends. If your kid likes books like "Front Desk" or "American Born Chinese" that explore growing up between two cultures, they'll absolutely connect with this one. Perfect for fourth through eighth graders who want to understand the world around them and see themselves reflected in stories.