1) Q: Do you think the boys will go back to Somalia after the war is over? Will they see their mom again?

1.)Q: Do you think Hassan will ever learn/say a new word?

2.)Q: What do you think Hassan and Omar's mom are thinking right now?

3.)Q: Why does Hassan cry whenever other people cry?

4.) Why was Omar never able to go to school?

5.)Q: Why does Fatuma act like a mom to them?

Q1] Do you think Omar and Hassan's mother and father are dead? State at least two reasons.

Q2] Could Fatima be related to Omar and hassan

Q3] Could Fatima be Omar and Hassan's mom in disguise

Q4] What does Omar like to do after school?

Q5]Do you think Omar and Hassan's house will be destroyed when they go home?

Question 1: Question 2: Why do kids in other blocks steal their stuff.

Question 3:

Dear Hassan, I hope you will be able to start talking. I also hope that we can go to school together and learn new things together. I know you miss Mama too but we can do this together and will soon be reunited with her. Thank you for always having empathy towards others. I love you and will always be there for you. Inshallah we can get through this.

Sincerely,

Omar

1.) On page 16, Omar is chasing Hassan to put on his pants. Hassan does not want to wear his pants, so he tries running from Omar. That reminds me of the time I ran away from my mom when she wanted me to wear a bowtie.

2.) On page 17, Omar and Hassan are building mud bricks from a mud pit. After a while Hassan and Omar finished the house and played in it. That reminds me of the time when me and my brother went to the beach and made sand blocks with water.

3.) On page 25, Omar shows Fatuma that he learned how to say "One, two, three" and how he could write his name in the sand with a stick. When he showed it to Fatuma she was surprised and was happy for him. That reminds me of the time when I showed my mom a 15/15 test score. Then she rewarded me with a Pokemon pack because she was proud of me.

4.) On page 20, Omar and Hassan were playing soccer with Big Ali. The soccer ball was made out of plastic bags so they were not very sturdy enough to be played with roughly. After a couple of minutes, the ball broke and there were plastic bags everywhere. That reminds me of a time when me and my brother were playing soccer. The soccer ball was over-inflated, so it was wacky to kick it. After a few minutes, I shot the ball so hard it exploded! The pieces were everywhere and I had to clean it up.

On page 17, Omar and Hassan make a house out of mud. That reminded me of the time I made a house with Jenga blocks with my friends.

On page 7, Hassan greets everyone he saw in his neighborhood. This reminds me whenever I go to the Mosque I greet anyone I recognize.

On page 21, Omar learns how to say 1 2 3. This reminded me of the time I learned something new.

On page 15, Omar says he waits a lot. This reminded me when I was bored during a very rainy day and had to wait until the rain was over to have fun.

On p.22-23, Omar was scared because he thought he lost his brother but he saw him crying because Ali is making fun of him. It reminded me of the time I thought my sister was lost but i said her crying at the corner with my old friend and she was making fun of her.

On p.25, Omar learned how to say his numbers. It reminded me of the time when my little sister learned he numbers.

Dear Mama,

Me and Hassan really miss you, I hope one day when the war is over in Somalia we can live happily together. Jeri my friend taught me how to write my name in English! Fatuma takes care of me and Hassan and She makes us tea. Here in the Dadaab camp, me and Hassan play house in the mud, Hassan used to have a lot of seizures, but the doctor says that he got better, and hasn't had one in a while. Me and Hassan love you and miss you!

Sincerely,

Omar

Hassan and Omar are in a refugee camp that keeps them safe until it is safe to go home. They live in camp A 2. Hassan and Omar live next to fatuma , shes kind of their foster mom until they could go see their real mom after the war. Omar does'nt really like it here, for example water is scarce so he has to wait in a VERY long line. Also it's boring because he and Hassan do the same thing everyday.Besides,they don't go to school.Hassan doesnt even know how to say anything exceept hooyo.Salan is trying to get Omar to go to school but Omamr is worried.

On page 9, Hassan and Omar don't have a mom in the refugee camp so a woman named Fatima is supposed to take care of them because she is their foster mom and other people in refugee camps don't have

anyone to take care of them.

In Hassans whole life can't speak so the only thing he can say is "hooyoo" and some people in refugee camps probably can't say anything at all.

On page 14, Omar explains there is no electricity, only one water source, not enough food to last a whole 2 days in the refugee camp but in other refugee camps, people barely have shelter, food, and water.

2: what other materiel do you think the soccor ball could be made out of to make it sturdier?

3: What do you think is Jeri's backround story?

4: Why do you think Hassan is so emotional to the point where when someone is crying he crys too?

5: Why do you think Fatuma cares so much about the boys and cares for them like their mother?

Dear Hassan,

Omar, I hope you guys find your parents. Hassan never let your disability stop you and always be confident in your self. You will find your parents one day. Omar you will be granted a prize for all your hard work. Omar you are a miracle for Hassan. I wish you the best luck for finding your parents. Have a good life and You and Hassan have such good hearts to each other hope you guys the best luck. :)

sincerely,

Ali Helmy

On page 15 Omar was very bored sitting, and waiting for water this reminded me when I was sitting bored in the covid pandemic because I could not go outside.

On page 21 Omar could not say three and he kept trying to say three. I remember when I came back from preschool and told my dad that I learned the word three and every time I told my dad he would here tree.

On page 20 Omar and his friends play soccer with bags. this makes me remember when I made a ball out of socks.

On page 20 Omar gets called Danty this means to keep to yourself. My nickname was Joey or a young kangaroo because I would jump around.

1)Q: Why does Omar think he is going back to Somalia and why does he want to go back to Somalia.

2)Q: Why do some people have nicknames.

3)Q: Why does Omar live next to Fatuma.

4)Q: Why isn't Hassan able to talk.

5Q: Why does Hassan cry when he sees someone else cry.

On page 17 it says that Hassan can't talk. This reminds me of my oldest brother because he couldn't talk until he was 4.

On page 24, it says that they got a special treat with sugar in their tea, it reminds me of when my mom went to Africa and gave the kids toothbrushes and got happy over the simplest thing.

On page 18, they were playing house with mud and it reminded me of when I used to make a tent with pillows or act like it was my house.

Dear Omar ,

Thank you for being such a great brother to me and comforting me when I need it. When tall Ali was making fun of me and made me cry you stood up for me and stopped him. You always keep me safe and tell me stories at night before bed. I also appreciate you making sure Im clothed even though I dont like to wear pants. Thank you for also helping me get through places safely. Thank you for making everything easier for me. I also really appreciate you always pushing forward and being positive even when were at our worst point.

Sincerely , by Hassan.

Q2: Why can Hassan speak right?

Q3: Why might they get embarrassed? getting caught playing house?

Q4: Why did they make the soccer ball out of bags?

Q5: Why is it called city of light?

Dear Omar, I hope you are doing well! Are you and your friends having fun together? I hope that you and Hassan are having fun together. I have been preparing some sweets for you guys! Did you guys play soccer today? If you did, I hope you did not get hurt. I thought about you guys a lot lately and I am missing you and Hassan greatly! I hope the past months have been alright for you guys. Have you been hydrated and eating enough food lately? If you are not, I hope you guys can come for dinner and tea sometime soon. How is Jeri, have you guys been hanging out with him lately? Stay safe out there and make sure to stay healthy!

Sincerely, Fatuma

Dear Hassan ,

I know you have a hard time speaking or reading but I would at least want you to see the letter. but I just wanna (want to) say that one day you will speak and your brother will help you and please don't let anyone make you cry or sad.

sincerely by Selene Hamka

Sincerely,

Selene Hamka

to Hassan

Salan wants Omar to go to school, Salan is the community leader. Salan was talking with Fatuma about going to school, Omar thinks that he should not go to school because he takes care of Hassan, But Fatuma is going to take care of Hassan if Omar goes to school. Omar wanted to be in fifth grade, and Salan agreed. Fatuma is letting Omar go to school, At night all Omar can think about is how he wants to go to school, but he is just scared. Omatr talks to the one star in the sky he feels close with.

Q1. Do you think Omar will like going to school?

Q2. Do you think Omar is going to decide to go to school? Why or why not?

Q3. What do you Hassan thinks about Omar's school situation?

Q4. Do you think that something will happen to Hassan when Omar goes to school? (If he decides to go)

Q5. Do you think Omar and Hassan will be able to escape to America? Why or why not?

Dear Hassan,

I hope you are doing well. I am going to school, and I am nervous. Do NOT wander off to A3 or anywhere else. Just stick to A2, and you will be safe. Make sure to stay with Fatuma in case of a seizure. I hope I will learn something new in school, and I have a feeling........that Tall Salan might be right about me going to school. Well, make sure to eat well and drink good water. Tell Fatuma if anything is wrong, and try to practice your words.

Sincerely, Omar

Q.1) Why do you think Salan wants Omar to go to school?

Q.2) Why do you think Fatuma is worried about Omar going to school?

Q.3) Why do you think Omar wants to stay with Hassan?

Q.4) Why do you think Omar is mad at Salan?

Q.5) Why do you think whenever Omar sees the stars he feels that his parents are closeby?

Sincerely, Ammar

Dear Omar,

I want you to go to school. Not just because it's educating you but because we can never be sure if you ever go home or find your mom. If you learn now and struggle now you can provide for you and your family later. I know you are scared about leaving Hassan because he needs you but, it's time that Hassan can learn some independence and you learn new, useful things. If you look into your heart you will want to go to school, in case things don't turn out the way you want it to. Like going back to Somalia and finding your mom or getting to go to America, you can help yourself, Hassan and your family like Fatumah. If you don't learn now it will be harder for you later and harder for Hassan.

Sincerely,

Salan

Connection 1: On page 38, Omar said he wanted to go to school but wanted to stay with his family. This reminds me when I should go to someone's house or a family's house.

Connection 2: On page 27, Tall Salan asked where his parents were; it reminds me of when someone asked for my parents, but I was alone.

Connection 3: On page 26, when Omar said every day at the camp is the same, it reminded me of when I was on a break. I expected there to be school that day, but we were still on break.

1.)On page 29-38 The struggle when Omar had to go to school. This reminds me of the time I was transitioning to a new school and had to leave all my friends

2.)On page 38 Omar talks about the struggle of making big decisions. This connects to when someone has to make very important decisions.

3.)On page 34 it talks about how Tall Salan was laughing for something that was not funny. This connects to when someone laughs in a fight cause they think it's a joke for no reason.

4.)On page 32-33 it's talks about how little the chances are on certain things. This connects to how small chance's will be.

On pages 29-30, Omar was scared to go to school, and when I came to a new school,l was scared too.

Page 37: When Omar looks at the stars and calms down, I could relate to this because when I look at stars, I become relaxed, too.

Page 31 I would not want to leave to school if one of my family members could be in danger, just like Omar and hassan.

I know going to school will be hard for you. You have to take care of your brother and focus on your school assighnments. But you are very good at speaking English and writing it. I, Salan, think you should go to school. I already talked to Fatuma about it. So tell me if you are ready to go to school.

From Salan.

Sincerely,

Salan

Page numbers????

2. Why does Salan want Omar to go to school?

3. How do you think Hassan will feel when Omar is at school?

4. Will Hassan go to school and just listen to the teacher?

5. Do you think Omar will get friends at school?

1.)Q:Do you think that Salan will force Omar to go to school?

2.)Q:When will Omar go to school?

3.)Q:

On page 37, When Omar was nervous and having a hard time sleeping, that reminded me of when I am instead excited for something the next day and keep thinking about it that I can't fall asleep

On page 32, Slan was telling Omar that he is just like a grain of sand with a 0.0001% of the chance to go to America. That makes me think when people around you just want you on their side that they ignore all of your words for their's

Q1):Why does Salan care so much about Omar going to school

Q2):Why is Omar worried about being in a class with 7 year olds

Q3):Do you think Omar will be sent America

Q4):How does the star help comfort Omar

Q5):Why do you think that Omar wants to become a farmer

2.)Q. Why did Salan give Omar the notebook and pencil?

3)Q. Why does Omar not want to go to school?

4.)Q. Do you think Omar will fit in with the other student?

5.)Q. Why does Omar think he will be in the classes with all the babies?

What page numbers are these questions for?

Page numbers????

You didn't follow directions on how your connections should look like. Check the direction paper again.

1 Me and Omar connect in we don't like school and like playing with our brothers.

2 Me and Hassan like making noises

3 Me and tall Sallan are both tall.

4 Me and tall Sallan are persuasive.

You didn't follow directions and write down a page number for each connection.

1. Why does Omar think there will be somalian teacheres?

2. Do you think tall Salan will be at school?

3. why does Omar lie about being not hungry because he is nervous?

4. why is tall Ali mean to Omar and Salan?

5. why does Nimo like to sing?

Hassan and I are doing well and alright we are hoping to see you as soon as the war ends. I go to school now, Hassan is kind of sad that im not with him but he gets over it.

Sicerely Omar

Sincerely,

Omar

You could add more details and content in your letter. This isn't enough.

to Mama

Omar goes to school, and he feels scared for Hassan but Omar knows that Fatuma will take Care for him also Omar is so happy for himself with his friends and learning and he deciding if he should stay or not.

Hassan is really worried about his brother going to school. Omar is also worried about Hassan being by his self with Fatima. because Hassan got used to being next to Omar the whole time. So Omar gives it a try and didn't feel comfortable their and said it was boring and stressful. so after that Omar goes back to his tent and his brother Hassan was so happy and was screaming hooya hooya.

You didn't follow directions and write down a page number for each connection.

Is this connector or summary???

1) Why do you think Omar does not know his birthday or how old he is?

2) Why do you think some of the kids at school dont have notebooks, or pencils?

3) Why was Omar fearful but happy when he was walking to school?

4) Why does Omar lie and say that he is not hungry when they ate breakfast.

5) Why did Omar think it would be hard to leave Hassan twice.

I can connect these events to my life because one time I was going to go to school in kindergarten it was my first time going to school. I've been homeschooled for pre- school so this was my first time and i'm (I'm) usually next to my brother at home. I was kind of nervous. But when I came home i (I) was welcomed and it was actually nice . (your sentence should end with a period) You didn't follow directions), you have to make 3-4 connections and write a page number for each connection you made.

1.)Q Why dont all of the kids have a paper and a pencil?

2.)Q Why does Hassan cry?

3.)Q Why does Omar think his parents will be proud?

4.)Q What does Jery say the school does because a lot of people are there?

5.)Q What was the old school when the refuge camp was new?

1) On page 41-49 Omar goes to school and struggles to adjust to the souds and way school works. Just like when I got to middle school I was stresed because it was way more different than elementury.

2) On page 48 Omar stuggles with understanding english inside school and he is like me because when I got to school I did not know Aribic

Dear Omar,

I can't feel the pain and hard times you're going through right now. School is very hard, but just remember that whether you understand the words the teachers say or not all that matters is your trying your best. What I learn for you is that you inspire for a future. You want to go to school but you put Hassan before you. I know you will do good and school, you taking notes just shows not only how much you care but that you want to grow. I hope you find your mom and your dreams come true!!!!

Sincerely,

Reem

Q.1) What subject do you think Omar will accell the most in?

Q.2) Will Hassan come with Omar to school or will try to follow him there?

Q.3) Will Omar get in trouble with one of the teachers or will someone frame him for something he did not do?

Q.4) Will Omar learn to play another sport at recess? If so, what sport?

Q.5) Will Omar receive more supplies from Tall Salan? If so, what school supplies?

On page 50-51, Omar was excited to see his brother Hassan and shared what he did in school with him. I relate to this because I get excited to see my siblings at home and I share with them what I did at school.

On page 40, Hassan is sad Omar is leaving and Omar is sad to leave Hassan. I can relate to this because I get sad to leave my house and family every school morning.

On page 45, Omar got scared by the bell when it rang. I can relate to this because sometimes when the bell rings suddenly I get shocked.

Dear Omar,

I know how you are feeling. I had to go to a new school and was worried too but I started to like school and I think you will like school too. I hope you get a good grade.

Sincerely, Ali Aoun

Sincerely,

Ali Aoun

Your letter is too short and you should add more meaningful details.

Dear Omar,

Dear Omar, Don't be nervous for school. I know it might be a struggle at first but you will get the hang of it. It's ok to leave Hassan for a few hours a day because you know he will be in good hands with Fatuma. keep in mind you'r going to school for Hassan so inshallah when you guys grow older you will know how to take care of Hassan. Remember to stay calm and you can get through this

Sincerely, Fatuma

Sincerelry,

Fatuma

1. How do you think Omar's first day will plan out?

2. Do you think Omar will become comfortable with leaving Hassan to go to school?

3. Do you think Omar will make friends at school?

4. What things do you think Omar will learn at school?

5. How do you think Hassan is feeling without Omar?

On page 44, it is Omar's first day of school, which reminded me of my first day at M.A.Y.A because he was new and didn't know what to do and I was really confused just like Omar.

On page 50, Hassan was really happy when Omar came home from school and he was running to him. It reminded me of when I come home from school sometimes, and my siblings run up to me happily.

On page 46, Salan said history class was boring, it reminded me of when I was getting bored about a subject during school so I was looking at my friend to make me a little not bored anymore.

On page 48, Omar doesn’t know English and he thinks the teachers should teach Somali, which reminded me when I first came to America and I didn’t know English and I only talked Arabic.

Dear Salan,

Thank you for allowing me to go to school. I found school good and fun. Thank you for supplying me with the correct tools for school as well. The only part about school I don't like is that I'm away from Hassan. At first I was nervous but now I'm more comfortable. It's also so cool that they have a real soccer ball, and I can hang out with friends. Sincerely, Omar

Sincerely,

Omar

1.): On page 39 when Omar woke to the sound of the athan and he prayed.This reminds me of the time when my dad woke me up for my first time very early to go to the mosque for prayer.

2.)On page 40 when Omar is very worried about leaving Hassan to go to school.This reminds me of every time on the first day of school when I was younger I would cry to not leave him.

3.)On page 47 when Omar was worried because everything at school was in english.This reminds me of the time when I was younger and I would get so worried I would fail because I never used to understand arabic the best when I was younger.

4.)On page 49 when Omar was very annoyed after school and had a headache.This reminds me of everyday after school when Im very tired and having a headache.

Q.1) Why did Omar expect the teacher to speak in Somali?

Q.2) Why does Omar make an excuse not to eat his extra porridge?

Q.3) Why do you think most of the kids in Omar's class don't have a notebook and pencil?

Q.4) Do you think Omar will be better at math than other subjects and why?

Q.5) Why was Omar so concerened about being with the other kids?

4) On page 50-51 when Hassan ran at Omar after he came back from school it reminded me of the time I was at basketball for a very long time and my brother wanted to open a toy with me so when he saw I came back he ran at me and gave me a hug and told me why did you take so long.

5)On page 46-47 when Omar was getting taught different subjects with different teachers and was bord with some subjects was just like when got to middle school I had a whole bunch of teachers and some boring subjects.

Dear Omar,

I know you don't want to go to school but its a chance that will realy benifit you in the future. You say that you will go to America but your like a grian of sand in the dessert there are many refugees like you who think they will go to America. Farmers need to know how to read, count, and write. Hassan is with fatooma so he will be fine dont miss this chance.

sincerly Salan

Sincerely,

Salan

. Why was Omar stressed after school?

. Why was Omar surprised when he heard that Fatima was getting married at his school?

. Do you think Omar would want a sister?

. Do you think Omar is good at soccer?

. Do you think Omar is going to make new friends towards the end of the book?

In class, there are a lot of people in your class and it is loud in your school and it is hard to concentrate when there is probably more than 100 students in your class well some people don't have a school to go to, to learn in. Some people faint in your class because of hunger well some people DIE from hunger.

This is not the way I asked you to make connections Abbas!!! Look at the previous post that you completed for connector. I don't to explain how it should be done every time, you should already know.

On page 52 The teacher was teaching the class multiplication and division, This reminded me of when I learned multiplication in third grade.

On page 53 Omar was telling Hassan and Fatuuma what he learned at school that day, This reminded me of when I would tell my mom what I learned at school.

On page 55 Omar was playing soccer with the kids from school, This reminded me of when I played soccer with my sister.

On page 53 Omar, and Hassan go for a walk after Omar gets home from school, This reminded me of when I went on a walk with my Mom and sister.

Dear Mom,

I hope you are doing well. I'm go to school now I learning multiplication

In this chapter, Omar is having his second day of school. He feels very behind because not only he doesn't understand English but he also heard that his friend Maryam is getting married

Dear Omar,

I know it is hard for you because you are going to school and it is hard for you. Also not to mention that you try to explain things to your brother and he does'nt understand, exept for saying hooyo. When you dont have anything to eat its hard because your body depends on the food because food gives you energy.

Sincerely,

Zumred

Dear Omar,

I hope everything is going well for you. I understand that you are overwhelmed by all the work you have to do, that must be very tiring. I hope that life becomes better for you and maybe you can teach Hassan how to do chores when you are at school. Are Tall Salans English lessons teaching you English better? If so, I hope it is making life easier for you. You are an extremely hard worker especially at such a young age. Keep on staying motivated and your work will be easier? Do you know who Maryam is going to marry? Also, why at such a young age too? I feel like that is wrong. Stay safe Omar and keep working hard!

Sincerely,

Alina

1.) On page 58, Tall Salan asked Omar to join his English tutor lessons to help with school for one jug of water once a week. This reminded me of the time when I started going to an Arabic/Islamic tutor to help me in school.

2.) On page 57, Hassan wet his pants, and Omar had to wash them and fetch more water. This reminds me of the time when my brother wet his pants, and my mom had to clean them.

3.) On page 54 Fatuma is talking to Omar, she says that everything is changing so she has to change with them, and that reminded me of the time when I turned 10 and felt since I was in the double-digits, I felt that everything was changing and I have to be more responsible.

1] Do you think Omar will evenchely eventually get free time to play with his brother?

2]Do you think Tall Salan will teach Hassan? Why or why not?

3] Do you think Omar will adapt to how chaotic school is?

4] Do you think futuma will change and think girls should to school?

5]Do you think Omar Brain Fast will start again? Why or why not?

Question 1: What is Omar wondering about when Maryam is getting married soon?

Question 2: Why is Omar being made fun of for doing chores?

Question 3: What does Omar think of school?

Question 4: Why is Omar taking after-school lessons?

Question 5: What did Omar offer Salan to get into after school lessons?

Dear Omar ,

I understand how hard you had to work even though I complained. I watched study late and wake up early to grab water. I had seen the effort you put into school and to learn English. You were seperated from the other boys to play soccer because of your hard work. I also saw after you did all that hard work I noticed your english got better . Even when you finished you looked very tired and weak you barely could speak. So I just want you to know that even though I complained I still appreciate your hard work.

Sincerely ,

Hassan

Questions:

1.)Do you think Maryam is too young to get married? Shes 15

2.)Do you think Omar will get the hang of school?

3.)What plans do you think Nimo and Maryam are planning?

4.)Why do you think Omar was yelling at Hassan?

5.)Why do you think the girls go home and do the chores while the parents don't?

On page 58, Omar had thought something different than what he said. This reminded me of a time I had acted differently than how I thought.

On page 54, Fatuma said things are changing. This reminded me of a time when the pandemic made things change.

On page 54, Omar didn't how to reply when Fatuma said Maryam was getting married. This reminded me of a time I heard important news but didn't know how to reply.

57. When Omar got mad that he had to do the chores, go to school, and take care of Hassan, it reminded me of when my mom told me to do a lot of stuff simultaneously, and then I got really mad.

57. When Omar got mad at Hassan for peeing again, it's like when I get mad at my brother for doing annoying stuff like touching me for no reason.

57. When Omar was crying because of how hard stuff is, it reminded me of depressed people.

Dear Salan,

I know you are trying to help Omar by letting him go to school but don't you think that you are trying a little too hard?

I don't think Omar is comfortable by leaving Hassan because Hassan is upset and he is sad whenever Omar leaves. Just try to keep it a little easy on him, please, I don't want him to feel uneasy.

Sincerely,

Fatuma

• What are the daily challenges Omar and Hassan face in the refugee camp?

• What are some of the things Omar and Hassan do for fun or to pass the time?

• What are the boys' dreams for the future?

• how do think Omar thinks about the change with school and Hassan?

• How does Omar care for Hassan, who has seizures?

Dea Mom,

I hope you are doing good, my life is busy I have school, chores, taking care of hassan, private tututring, extra chores, but im doing alright and getting through it.

Dear Omar

Sincerelry,

Omar

Sajid, it looks like your rushed through this assignment. You barely have two sentences. Your letter should be at least 7-10 sentences long. This is not acceptable work!!!

1 why does Omar hate school

2 why does Omar hate chores

3 How can Omar have fun and go to school at the same time.

4 why does Omar hate getting water for Salan.

5 Why does Omar pretend that he is full and cant eat Fatuman's food.

On page 55 Omar plays soccer with a real ball, when I was 4 it was the first time I played with a real soccer ball.

On page 50 Fatooma said that back in the day girls dident go to school. I read that only man go to school because woman stay at home and take care of the house.

On page 58 me and Omar both go to private school.

On page 55 Omar has a break time, in Maya school we also have a break time.

You could add more details to your connections.

sincerely omar

Sincerely,

Omar

Dear Omar,

I know school is challenging for you, especially since we don't always have a good food source. School is food for your brain, and I know you're experiencing difficulty without your mother. You may be wondering where your mother is and why she didn't come with you to Dadaab. You have to know everyone is trying their best to make you happy. Even if your mother isn't with you, you must know your education is very important. We are trying to help you overcome these hard times. I am sorry we do not always have food. You are lucky you have the opportunity to go to school; take advantage of it.

Sincerly,

Fatuma

Q1: Do you think Omar and Hassan will find their mom one day?

Q2: Do you think Hassan misses the mom too?

Q3: Do you think Fatuma was hurt inside when Omar yelled and cried?

Q4: Do you think Omar will stop caring about finding his mom?

Q5: What do you think Hassan's opinion is about their mom leaving them

I can agree with Omar. There are just some days when everyone is just angry.

I also think Omar is doing something smart by hiding his food card because if he lost it, he could not get food.

I also understand that Omar is mad because if my mom left me with my brother alone, I would be sad

I hope you are doing well. I am sorry for snapping at you earlier. Hassan and I thought we saw Mama while getting food, but it was a different woman. I wonder why the last weeks were not very pleasing it is just like....the food is slowly depleting and soon there will be no more food left to eat. But I hope that will never happen after all the UN is on our side, but what if that's not enough? Whatever, we should not be worried about other things like that. I am enjoying school and getting smarter every day! Thank you for taking care of us Fatuma, and have a nice day.

Best regards,

Omar

Stay patient even though you do the boy's job by going to school and getting an education, and you also do the girl's job by cleaning, doing laundry, retrieving water, and taking care of Hassan, you got to take on the responsibility because that is your job as an older brother Salam.

From:

Ammar

Connection 1: On page 66, it reminds me of when I was lost inTargett and I thought another person was my mom ( This also happened in school)

Connection 2: On page 62, I could relate to the kids crying for foo,d as during Ramad,an my first t,ime I was starvConnectiontion 3: Page 69 My mom had to go to the hospital because she was giving birth, and I was mad I wasn't told about here leaving

Q.1) Do you think Omar and Hassan will find their mom at the refugee camp?

Q.2) Do you think their mom is looking for them right now?

Q.3) Why do you think Fatuma doesn't get mad or punish Omar?

Q.4) Why do you think on some days the students are grumpy and mad, even to their best friends?

Q.5) Why do you think Omar would rather go to school instead of rest at home when he is very tired?

Q1):Why does it take so long to get food

Q):Why do kids a school pass out a lot

Q3):Why does Omar hide his ration card

Q4):Whats One way Omar was desperate to try to find his mom

Q5):Why do you think everyone is grumpy on Some days-day

2: Do you think Omar will stay in school if he makes middle school?

Dear Omar,

I hope you get resettled to America. If it was up to me, I would for sure pick you to get resettled to America. Your story is very sad and depressing. I also want to know if Hassan is okay after having that random seizure after two years! I am praying for you and Hassan to get resettled! If you guys do get resettled to America, will Fatuma come with you or will it just be you and Hassan going? I personally think that you should keep doing well in school in case you do not get picked to be resettled. I am praying for you Guys!

Sincerely,

Alina

1: When Omar was waiting and was getting anxious, the same happened to me when I was waiting for something

2: When Omar wasdaydreaming ,,I thought the same thing about going somewhere

3:When Omar started crying talking about an experience he had it reminds me of when I became sad remembering something

1.) When Omar, Hassan, and Fatuma were waiting to go into the U.N. office when they called their names, it reminded me of waiting to go into a doctor's office to get checked.

2.) When Omar started to get overwhelmed from all the questions in the interview, it reminded me when I was being overwhelmed by all the questions in M-Step

Chapter 13:

1.)

Question 1: Why do you think the interviewer tried to smile at Omar?

Question 2: Why do you think Omar didn't like Fatuma at first?

Question 3: What made Omar change his opinion on Fatuma?

Question 4: Why did Omar think the doctors in America would know why Hassan had seizures?

Question 5: Why was Omar so anxious to know whether he's going to America or not?

1.] Why do you think Hassan had a seizure?

2.] Why do you think the UN worker was always mad?

3.] Why do you think people started a war with Somalia

4.] Why do you think the UN workerr was so aggressive with Omar

Dear Omar , I understand all the hardships you go through. I also want to thank you for always caring for me like when I have seizures. I also appreciate you always forward even in the hardest times. When we left our homes back in somalia you always stayed close to me and made sure I was okay.

1.)Do you think Omar and Hassan's interview with work out?

2.)Do you think Omar and Hassan will lose hope in getting into the un?

3.)Do you think Hassan's Sezuires will be fixed if they go to America?

4.)Do you think Fatuma will be able to go with Omar and Hassan to America?

5.)Do you think Hassan will ever start to talk when he goes to America?

Dear Omar, I know it was hard for you to do the interview, and your story sounded very hard. I hope you get resettled to America and I hope life is easier. I also pray that for you that Hassan has no more seizures, ever. Good luck!