My Name is Not Refugee Paperback

Kate Milner's "My Name is Not Refugee" is a tender and timely picture book that gently introduces young readers to the experience of a child and their mother embarking on a journey to find safety. Narrated from the child's perspective, the story explores the mix of sadness and a little bit of excitement as they leave their home, say goodbye to friends, and face a long walk, strange new places, unfamiliar languages, and different foods. Through simple yet powerful text and evocative illustrations, the book draws the reader into each stage of the journey, often posing direct questions that encourage empathy and reflection, inviting children to consider what it would be like to walk in a refugee's shoes, and ultimately emphasizing that "Refugee is not your name."