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Joe tries to make friends with a mysterious new neighbour - a 'silence seeker' - in this haunting and lyrical perspective on immigration.
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When a new family moves in next door, Joe's mum explains that they are asylum seekers. Joe hears that they are silence seekers, especially as Mum adds that they need peace and quiet. When he sees a young boy from the family sitting disconsolately on the steps, Joe decides to help him find a quiet place in the noisy and chaotic city.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I don't know whether Ben Morley wrote the spaces first, then filled them with the feelings and then just framed them with his words, but it seems to have worked. A simple story from a different perspective acts as a refreshing antidote to the perpetual doom and gloom of the fear within the world.
The artwork matches the vibe and the zeitgeist of a story that allows the reader to fill the spaces themselves, and the words and pictures mould together to create the feelings that float from the book.
Space that allows you to think - that's a neat trick.
The artwork matches the vibe and the zeitgeist of a story that allows the reader to fill the spaces themselves, and the words and pictures mould together to create the feelings that float from the book.
Space that allows you to think - that's a neat trick.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A great modern book which addresses up to date issues and makes children think without being too 'deep'. Thought provoking for any age of reader. The author has made great use of language which helps the sounds, sights and characters in the book really come alive. My favourite are the 'mischief makers' under the flyover and the 'biggies' listening to shouty music in the laundry room.
The pictures create a vivid image of modern life in a big city with a gritty, graffiti feel.
This is a must read, buy this book and share it with your friends!
The Silence Seeker
The pictures create a vivid image of modern life in a big city with a gritty, graffiti feel.
This is a must read, buy this book and share it with your friends!
The Silence Seeker
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A delightful book. Very well written and illustrated, it sheds light on a difficult topic from a unique angle, that of a young child, and is therefore very thought provoking. So as well as simply being a nice, illustrated story for younger children it stimulates discussion amongst older children (and adults) on the frequently taboo subject of asylum. We all look forward to the next one!
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A Great Book
This is a fantastic picture book that children of all ages will enjoy. It has so many levels and sparked many wonderful conversations in our house. Read more
Published 13 months ago by The Juggler
Buy it now!
A refreshing approach to a children's picture book. I was recommended this book by one of my children's teachers and it certainly lives up to it's reputation. Read more
Published 16 months ago by mum of three
The Silence Seeker
A fantastic read. Although aimed at a younger audience, this book deals with a theme that affects us all. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2010 by M. Arsalani
If only more world leaders read this as opposed to "my pet goat"
Fantastic book and a great addition to our children's book collection. Very cool illustrations showing you don't have to use pencil crayons to produce illustrations with emotion... Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2009 by Andrew Kerr
A must buy book!
This book sparked some very deep discussions with my two boys (aged 7 and 5) about asylum seekers, war, homeless people (which they have never encountered before) and silence. Read more
Published on 24 Nov 2009 by Tamsin Harris
Beautiful
A beautifully written book, with stunning illustrations, which educates young children about the issue of asylum seekers. Read more
Published on 9 Nov 2009 by Diane MacLeod
Morley at his inspirational best
Morley has created a contempory view of real issues facing our kids today. If you want your child to think then buy them this book.
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Published on 16 Oct 2009 by D. Mccoo
A fresh and touching look at immigration through the eyes of a child!...
For those looking for a book about immigration, this simple story of kindness will make you stop and think. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2009 by Mr. L. R. Bridges
Genius
Very up to date issues writen in an simple but intelligent way. Modern artwork adds to its brilliance. Congratulations to this author. Read more
Published on 28 Sep 2009 by V. Hayton
Great Book
I have read this book many times to my two sons, who love this book every time I have opened the cover. Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2009 by Duncan J. Weisters
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