When Stars Are Scattered is a graphic novel based on co-author Omar Mohamed's life growing up in a refugee camp in Kenya called Dadaab. Here are some resources for young readers to gain a deeper understanding of the book, and life in Dadaab.
Educator Guide
This guide is aligned to Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and History and Social Studies for 6th– 8th grades. Use this six- to eight-week guide as a comprehensive unit plan or a supplement to an already existing language arts curriculum. The guide offers a pre-reading activity, differentiated reading guide, reflections for Part 1, 2, and 3, and a sample performance task. Click here to download.
Book Trailer
Links
Refugee Strong This is the website of Omar Mohamed's non-profit organization. He works to deliver school supplies and other resources to kids living and attending school in Dadaab.
Audio
Muzamil's Day In this special audio episode for kids, FRONTLINE follows a day in the life of Muzamil, a 12-year-old Somali boy growing up in Kenya’s Dadaab Refugee Camp. Producer Bianca Giaever and Reporter Roopa Gogineni bring him questions from American kids about what it’s like growing up in a refugee camp. Are there dentists? A fire department? What is your dreamland? Muzamil takes us through his daily life, answering questions from American kids along the way. (22 minutes)
Videos
Dreams From Dadaab A clip from the Dadaab Animation project. A short film featuring young students from Dadaab and their animation work. (3 1/2 minutes)
Educational Challenges A glimpse into a primary school in Dadaab, and the challenges facing young people who want an education. (2 minutes)
Dagahaley Tour A tour through some of the streets, homes, and markets in Dadaab. (3 1/2 minutes)
Ifo Market A tour through the market in Ifo camp (where the story takes place) (3 minutes)
A Conversation with Omar Mohamed and Victoria Jamieson A presentation filmed for our virtual book launch. (48 minutes)
