Alia's Mission: Saving the books of Iraq
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Alia Muhammad Baker risked her safety to save the books of the Basra library.
What motivated her to take such a risk, and what does this tell us about the role of books and libraries in times of conflict?
Use examples from the story to support your answer.
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The book is narrated from the perspective of a personified book.
How does this unique narrative choice affect your understanding of the story? Do you think it makes the message more powerful or more accessible for young readers? Why or why not?
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Alia shows courage and determination in a very difficult situation.
How does the author use illustrations and storytelling to highlight her bravery?
Give specific examples from the book.
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The destruction of the Basra library during the war had a major impact.
Why is the loss of cultural items like books considered a tragedy during wartime? What message does the author seem to be sending about the importance of preserving history?
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Although Alia’s Mission is a true story, it is told in a graphic novel format.
How does this format help communicate the emotions and urgency of the story? Would the story have been different if told in another way?