Kids Review: Story of the Stolen Homes: An Unforgettable Journey to Palestine (Eldar & Elnur # 1) (Guzelya Marisova)

Twins Eldar and Elnur, along with their parents and cousin Kama, are embarking on a fascinating exploration of a special exhibition titled “The Story of the Stolen Homes.” This thought-provoking exhibit offers a unique and poignant glimpse into the history and culture of Palestine, inviting visitors to see it through a diverse lens. 

Guided by the insightful and passionate Reem, the twins and their families immerse themselves in captivating displays and powerful narratives that challenge their perspectives and deepen their understanding of the region’s struggles and resilience. 

Join Eldar and Elnur on this unforgettable journey of discovery and human solidarity as they uncover stories that resonate deeply and inspire

Eldar and Elnur, their cousin Kama, and their parents are visiting an exhibition called “The Story of the Stolen Homes.” The story takes you along on their journey as they learn the history and culture of Palestine through the lens of a girl who lived there as her homes were taken.

What I Liked: This story begins by Eldar and Elnur introducing themselves and sharing about the trip that they are about to embark on. It’s fascinating to see how this exhibit manages to use holographs to tell an important story. This book manages to present heart breaking stories in a manner that young children will be able to follow and that can start discussion about current events.

The illustrations throughout this book are elaborate and contain many details that help set you in the various settings that this book goes through. The illustrator does a great job of ensuring that the colors used in the images match the tone of the story. As the child tells her story of each of her homes being taken, the mood along with the colors shift and turns sadder especially when the story explains that her last home was taken along with her life.

Final Verdict: Story of the Stolen Homes: An Unforgettable Journey to Palestine is a moving story that provides you with further information of the struggles that Palestinians faced and their resiliency. This book is perfect for children ages 3 and up, and great for teaching children about history through the lens of another child.