Bonn: Book tips for young people about war and escape to the world's day of the book

Bonn: Book tips for young people about war and escape to the world's day of the book

Bonn

On the occasion of the world's world day, the UN refugee aid presents a selection of children's and youth books that deal with the issues of war and flight. These recommendations aim to help younger readers to deal with complex global challenges and to develop a better understanding of the experiences of refugees.

The national director of UN refugee aid, Peter Ruhenstroth-Bauer, emphasizes that books play an important role in consuming information more profound and reflected. Literary works are of crucial importance, especially for young people who want to better understand the world around them. These stories make it possible to deal with the reality of others, which is often far away from your own life.

children and adolescents are now confronted with reporting on war, violence and escape in the media daily, while at the same time they live in a different reality. Access to such stories not only promotes understanding, but also arouses interest in the deeper background of these topics.

Among the recommended books is the work “of electricity and sky fishing” nominated for the German Youth Literature Award, which describes the escape of a family in a concise manner through a war zone. Another remarkable recommendation is the graphic novel "9603 kilometers", which illuminates the terrifying experiences of two young Afghan refugees. These works are characterized by their honest and impressive representation of the flight and are both gripping and instructive.

further recommendations

The range of book recommendations for the support of young refugees and thematic deepening can be found on the website of UN refugee aid. These resources are valuable in order to sharpen the awareness and understanding of the challenges that many people face, and to promote empathy.

For media inquiries or further information, the press contact of UN refugee aid is available.