John Agard's Windrush Child
By John Agard
A brave boy leaves his Caribbean home, but what awaits him aboard the Windrush?
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What is John Agard's Windrush Child about?
With a final hug, a young boy bids farewell to his Caribbean home and embarks on a voyage aboard the Empire Windrush to Britain. This evocative picture book, crafted by celebrated poet John Agard and illustrator Sophie Bass, captures the hope and courage of the Windrush Generation's journey to a new land.
About the author
John Agard is a poet and writer who grew up in Guyana and now lives in the UK. He is famous for his fun, imaginative poems and stories, such as 'Half-Caste' and 'The Young Inferno.' John loves playing with words and often writes about different cultures, making reading exciting and inspiring for everyone.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2022
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